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Unit 1 Test-Employability in Health Science

Total questions: 45

Worksheet time: 31mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is NOT true of employability skills?

a)

Personal qualities

b)

Are not professional work standards

c)

Personal values

d)

Enable an individual to thrive in a workplace

2.

Trace works as a physician’s assistant at a local clinic. He has been reprimanded for using impolite facial expressions when communicating with patients. Which employability skill should Trace improve to address these concerns?

a)

Teamwork

b)

Time management

c)

Nonverbal communication

d)

Verbal communication

3.

Victor is a college student who struggles with algebra and statistics calculations. He has consistently done poorly in both of these classes. Which of the following competencies should he work to improve?

a)

Fundamentals in STEM

b)

Safety

c)

Knowledge of the health science system

d)

Basic computer operation

4.

Responsibility means admitting to mistakes and using them to improve.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

Fill in the blanks using the word bank provided below. ________ is customary well-mannered social conduct. ______________ is an individual’s clothing and accessory choices. Choose both correct answers.

a)

appearance

b)

choices

c)

clothing

d)

social

e)

workplace attire

6.

Academic and technical competencies are _________.

a)

Abilities related to specific work processes

b)

Not helpful in the Health Science field

c)

Useful when trying to avoid law and ethics

d)

Generally not needed when getting a job

7.

Basic computer operation is useful when trying to complete which of the following processes?

a)

Empathizing with a patient

b)

accessing electronic health records

c)

Listening to a superior who is giving instructions

d)

All of the options are correct

8.

Match the following academic and technical competencies to their descriptions.

a)

Being mindful when discussing private health information

1.

Ethical and Legal Knowledge

b)

Includes infection control

2.

Safety

c)

Includes measuring and calculating

3.

Fundamentals in STEM

d)

Includes spreadsheet program use

4.

Basic Computer Operation

9.

Which of the following describes organizational skills?

a)

Clear understanding of role

b)

Align all work responsibilities throughout an organization

c)

Balance work efficiently

d)

All answers are correct

10.

Shonda is a pediatrician who treats sick patients. When writing prescriptions and ordering medications, she uses her office’s desktop to complete these processes. Which academic and technical competency does this action require of Shonda?

a)

Ethics and law

b)

Safety

c)

Basic computer operation

d)

Fundamentals in STEM

11.

Chemistry is a part of the basic computer operation competency.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

Knowledge of the health science system is useful when searching for jobs.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

Completing scientific processes are included in the fundamentals in STEM competency.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

To ensure facilities and employees are legitimate, ________ is needed.

a)

A background check

b)

Ethical and legal knowledge

c)

checking references

d)

a good work history

15.

Using the word bank below, categorize the following items.​

a)

PPE

1.

Workplace Attire

b)

Cooperation

2.

Teamwork

c)

Algebra

3.

Fundamentals in STEM

16.

Select all of the following which are causes of good time management.

a)

Avoiding multitasking

b)

Avoiding work

c)

Preventing routines

d)

Setting goals

e)

To-do lists

17.

Integrate each team member’s work into the final product. Which employability skill does Raul excel in?

a)

Professionalism

b)

Teamwork

c)

Responsibility

d)

Organizational skills

18.

Careers within the health science field only offer research positions.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

Which of the following is NOT true regarding safety?

a)

Is an academic and technical competency

b)

Is important to avoid injury

c)

Can maintain health

d)

Is important to maintain digital correspondence

20.

True or False? All health science career positions require the same scientific, technical and analytical skills.

a)

True

b)

False

21.

Organizational skills are the ability to use _______, energy and resources that are available in the most efficient manner

a)

good manners

b)

time

c)

personal characteristics

d)

Technology

22.

Which of the following is a key component of effective time management?

a)

Procrastination

b)

Prioritization

c)

Multitasking

d)

Ignoring deadlines

23.

True or False? Effective communication skills are essential for teamwork.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

Which of the following best describes the role of ethics in the workplace?

a)

Maximizing profits at any cost

b)

Ensuring fair and honest practices

c)

Ignoring company policies

d)

Focusing solely on personal gain

25.

Which of the following is a benefit of having strong organizational skills?

a)

Increased stress

b)

Improved efficiency

c)

More frequent errors

d)

Decreased productivity

26.

True or False? Effective time management can lead to better work-life balance.

a)

True

b)

False

27.

Which of the following is NOT a component of effective communication in the workplace?

a)

Active listening

b)

Clear articulation

c)

Interrupting frequently

d)

Nonverbal cues

28.

A Dermatologist is a Medical Doctor who specializes in ________.

a)

Foot Surgery

b)

Cancer

c)

Skin Conditions

d)

Infections

29.

A Dietitian is a practitioner who specializes in_______.

a)

Nutrition and Food to manage diseases and improve health

b)

Exercise

c)

Dental care

d)

Spinal conditions

30.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective leadership?

a)

Inspiring others

b)

Micromanaging tasks

c)

Delegating responsibilities

d)

Providing clear direction

31.

An epidemiologist is a health professional who specializes in _________.

a)

The origination and spread of disease

b)

skin conditions

c)

Meal planning and exercises

d)

Animal borne illness

32.

True or False? Delegating tasks is an important aspect of effective leadership.

a)

True

b)

False

33.

Which of the following is a key component of professional communication?

a)

Using jargon

b)

Active listening

c)

Interrupting others

d)

Speaking loudly

34.

Which of the following is a benefit of effective teamwork?

a)

Increased conflict

b)

Enhanced creativity

c)

Decreased productivity

d)

Reduced communication

35.

True or False? Basic computer operation skills are essential for accessing digital resources in the workplace.

a)

True

b)

False

36.

Which of the following is NOT a component of professionalism?

a)

Adhering to dress codes

b)

Arriving late to meetings

c)

Respecting colleagues

d)

Maintaining a positive attitude

37.

Which of the following is a key benefit of effective leadership?

a)

Micromanagement

b)

Reduced communication

c)

Enhanced team motivation

d)

Increased employee turnover

38.

True or False? Nonverbal communication is not important in professional settings.

a)

True

b)

False

39.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of having strong time management skills?

a)

Reduced procrastination

b)

Improved productivity

c)

Better work-life balance

d)

Increased stress

40.

Which of the following is a key aspect of maintaining professionalism in the workplace?

a)

Disregarding feedback

b)

Frequent absenteeism

c)

Adhering to company policies

d)

Ignoring deadlines

41.

True or False? Effective communication skills are essential for successful teamwork.

a)

False

b)

True

42.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of having strong organizational skills?

a)

Better time management

b)

Higher stress levels

c)

Increased efficiency

d)

Improved productivity

43.

True or False? Time management is a critical skill for achieving work-life balance.

a)

True

b)

False

44.

Which of the following is a benefit of having strong organizational skills?

a)

Improved efficiency

b)

Increased stress

c)

More frequent errors

d)

Decreased productivity

45.

True or False? Active listening is not necessary for effective communication.

a)

False

b)

True