Healthcare Pathways Quiz

Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a registered nurse (RN)?

• Prescribing medication

• Administering patient care

• Performing surgery

• Diagnosing diseases

Which healthcare professional is most likely to operate MRI machines?

• Pharmacist

• Radiologic technologist

• Physical therapist

• Nutritionist

What is the main purpose of using personal protective equipment (PPE) in patient care?

• To keep patients comfortable

• To prevent the spread of infection

• To reduce paperwork

• To speed up recovery

Which of the following is an example of a non-invasive patient care technique?

• Surgery

• Blood pressure measurement

• Chemotherapy

• Biopsy

Which principle of medical ethics requires healthcare providers to do good and act in the best interest of the patient?

• Autonomy

• Beneficence

• Justice

• Non-maleficence

What does HIPAA primarily protect?

• Hospital equipment

• Patient privacy and health information

• Medical staff salaries

• Pharmaceutical patents

Which of the following is a recent innovation in healthcare technology?

• Stethoscope

• Telemedicine

• Mercury thermometer

• Manual blood pressure cuff

Which device is commonly used to monitor a patient’s heart rate continuously?

• Glucometer

• Electrocardiogram (ECG) machine

• Otoscope

• Sphygmomanometer

A patient refuses a recommended treatment. Which ethical principle supports the patient’s right to make this decision?

• Justice

• Autonomy

• Beneficence

• Confidentiality

Which healthcare career focuses on helping patients recover movement and manage pain after injuries?

• Pharmacist

• Physical therapist

• Radiologist

• Surgeon