POH Mid Term

Front

What should be done if personal values conflict with facility policies regarding patient care?

Back

Personal values must sometimes be put aside to comply with facility policies.

Front

Who provides patients with oxygen?

Back

Respiratory therapists.

Front

What does the prefix 'poly-' mean?

Back

Many.

Front

What are ethical dilemmas in healthcare?

Back

Situations in which there are no clear answers.

Front

Which organ excretes enzymes to help digest proteins and fats?

Back

Pancreas.

Front

What is the role of a respiratory therapist?

Back

To provide patients with oxygen and manage respiratory issues.

Front

Define ethical dilemma in healthcare.

Back

A situation where a healthcare professional faces conflicting moral principles.

Front

What is the function of the pancreas?

Back

To produce enzymes that aid in the digestion of proteins and fats.

Front

What does the term 'facility policies' refer to?

Back

Guidelines and rules established by a healthcare facility to ensure patient care and safety.

Front

Why might personal values be set aside in healthcare?

Back

To adhere to established facility policies that prioritize patient care.