Chapter 2 Review

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 states that:

• Health and demographic records belongs to the healthcare facility

• Insurance information is shared with other healthcare agencies

• Patients are held responsible for payment of services

• Health insurance coverage is necessary for hospital admission

Which of the following is an example of an allied health professional?

• Physician

• Registered nurse

• Medical assistant

• Physician’s assistant

Which of the following is considered a service technician?

• Physician

• Registered nurse

• nursing assistant

• Physician’s assistant

The difference between a medical doctor (MD) and an doctor of osteopathy (DO) is that the DO:

• Focuses on the musculoskeletal system and manipulation

• Isn’t licensed as an MD

• Practices physical therapy (PT)

• Cares for patients with bone pathology

All healthcare professionals and allied health care personnel share the commonality of:

• Tenure

• Experience

• Equal financial compensation

• Certification or licensure

Teamwork is a concept with the goal of:

• Giving in to the group

• Choosing a leader to conduct the business

• Assuming an independent role

• Sharing accomplishments and responsibilities

The difference between a team member and a group member is that a group member:

• Elicits direction from other group members

• Works with others and seeks assistance

• Manages tasks individually

• Assumes a hierarchical position

Prior to communicating, you should:

• Know your subject

• Clear your throat to get attention

• Make sure everyone is watching you

• Make sure everyone is listening to you

Healthcare professionals with certification or licensure are required to maintain standards within their organizations by:

• Seeking continuing education units (CEUs) on a regular basis

• Assuming a mentoring role for less-prepared staff members

• Presenting a workshop in their field of expertise

• Becoming a member of their governing body

What is the number one goal of healthcare/hospital workers?

• Work within the economic climate to reduce waste of materials

• Cover the hospital’s shifts with an appropriate number of personnel

• Provide the highest quality of health care to the patients

• Prepare themselves for a positive evaluation