Benchmark 1 Review

A physical therapist is an example of a therapeutic services career.

• True
• False

Creates a "picture" of health status of the patient at one point in time.

• Therapeutic services career
• Health Informatics career
• Diagnostic service career
• Support services career

A medical billing and coding specialist would be classified as which type of career?

• Therapeutic services
• Diagnostic services
• Health informatics
• Biotech research and development

A therapeutic services provider such as a chiropractor provides one time service care.

• True
• False

Something that gets in the way of clear communication

• Communication breakdown
• Communication barrier
• Communication interruption
• Miscommunication

Define the term aphasia

• Difficulty swallowing or eating
• Loss of the ability to express speech
• Language barrier
• Vision impairment

All of the following are examples of effective communication EXCEPT:

• Using familiar words
• Being brief and concise
• Using cuss words
• Maintaining eye contact

Cultural beliefs don't have to be respected if you are in a hurry to see patients.

• True
• False

When communicating with a patient who is visually impaired you should:

• Use body language
• Check to make sure hearing aids are working correctly
• Get a translator
• Announce your presence when you enter the room.

When communicating with a patient who has aphasia you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

• Check to make sure their hearing aids are working correctly
• Use pictures
• Encourage them to take their time
• Use gestures or pointing to objects