CH 14 Quiz

Completion of formal education marks only the beginning of the learning necessary for health care professionals to be competent.

• True
• False

Observing others at work and asking questions are examples of self-directed learning.

• True
• False

The Internet is a good source of reliable information to help health care professionals keep up to date.

• True
• False

Moving up the career ladder usually requires getting additional education in one’s occupational area.

• True
• False

Which statement best describes the concept of lifelong learning?

• Studies that lead to a certificate, diploma, or degree
• Formal classes taken at colleges and adult learning centers
• Professional workshops taken to keep up to date in one’s field
• All purposeful learning activities

CEUs are best described as:

• courses taken to secure an entry-level position.
• courses taken to earn an advanced degree.
• credits earned to add to professional knowledge.
• workshops taken to earn a promotion.

Who should health care professionals check with regarding acceptance of CEUs they plan to earn?

• The certifying organization that requires the units
• Their employer
• The school from which they graduated
• the organization offering the unit

As health care has become more specialized, the health care professionals in various occupations are being required to perform fewer duties outside their specific job titles.

• True
• False

If you forget to sign in when attending a workshop, this can prevent you from earning the continuing education units that it offers.

• True
• False

It is really a waste of time to participate in learning activities that do not earn CEUs.

• True
• False