FHS Spring 23 Professionalism Quiz Review

What characteristics of personal appearance can be used to create a positive first impression?

• well-groomed natural appearance

• short skirt and fitted sweater

• obvious aroma from an expensive cologne

A patient’s diagnosis and treatment cannot be discussed with individuals outside of their healthcare providers because this information is considered:

• paralegal communication.

• expressed communication.

• privileged communication.

Why should Healthcare professionals wash their hands?

• to control and prevent infection.

• to ensure proper body mechanics.

• to comfort patients

A nursing home wishes to hire a CNA, an experienced nurse assistant. In order to comply with regulations, what should the nursing home do before they hire the individual?

• contact the applicants previous employer for a recommendation

• give a skills test to make sure they can properly care for patients

• make sure the applicant has a current certificate to practice as a nurse assistant

A healthcare provider should do which action when an error is found in a patient’s record?

• Place only an X over the error

• draw a straight line through the error, state the correct information, and mark with the provider’s initials and date

• erase the error and add the provider’s initials over the changed information

Why would a health professional want to earn continuing education units (CEU's)?

• To receive a higher salary

• to meet requirements to renew a medical license

• to improve communication skills with patients

What form of non-verbal communication would convey caring to a patient?

• speaking nicely to a patient

• gently touching the patient’s arm when administering medication

• demonstrating sympathy for a patient

Which degree may be earned from Forsyth Community College or Randolph Community College?

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

While in the hospital elevator, a co-worker begins to discuss the medical treatment a current patient is receiving. Visitors are close by and can hear this conversation. This violates:

• Safety concerns

• situation, background, assessment, recommendation (SBAR).

• Ethical standards

The federal legislation which requires the establishment of standards to protect health information is, patient confidentality.

• OBRA

• USDHHS

• HIPAA