WorksheetsUnit 1 Test-Employability in Health Science
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 31mins
Which of the following is NOT true of employability skills?
Personal qualities
Are not professional work standards
Personal values
Enable an individual to thrive in a workplace
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?
Teamwork
Time management
Nonverbal communication
Verbal communication
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?
Fundamentals in STEM
Safety
Knowledge of the health science system
Basic computer operation
Responsibility means admitting to mistakes and using them to improve.
True
False
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.
appearance
choices
clothing
social
workplace attire
Academic and technical competencies are _________.
Abilities related to specific work processes
Not helpful in the Health Science field
Useful when trying to avoid law and ethics
Generally not needed when getting a job
Basic computer operation is useful when trying to complete which of the following processes?
Empathizing with a patient
accessing electronic health records
Listening to a superior who is giving instructions
All of the options are correct
Match the following academic and technical competencies to their descriptions.
Being mindful when discussing private health information
Ethical and Legal Knowledge
Includes infection control
Safety
Includes measuring and calculating
Fundamentals in STEM
Includes spreadsheet program use
Basic Computer Operation
Which of the following describes organizational skills?
Clear understanding of role
Align all work responsibilities throughout an organization
Balance work efficiently
All answers are correct
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?
Ethics and law
Safety
Basic computer operation
Fundamentals in STEM
Chemistry is a part of the basic computer operation competency.
True
False
Knowledge of the health science system is useful when searching for jobs.
True
False
Completing scientific processes are included in the fundamentals in STEM competency.
True
False
To ensure facilities and employees are legitimate, ________ is needed.
A background check
Ethical and legal knowledge
checking references
a good work history
Using the word bank below, categorize the following items.
PPE
Workplace Attire
Cooperation
Teamwork
Algebra
Fundamentals in STEM
Select all of the following which are causes of good time management.
Avoiding multitasking
Avoiding work
Preventing routines
Setting goals
To-do lists
Integrate each team member’s work into the final product. Which employability skill does Raul excel in?
Professionalism
Teamwork
Responsibility
Organizational skills
Careers within the health science field only offer research positions.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT true regarding safety?
Is an academic and technical competency
Is important to avoid injury
Can maintain health
Is important to maintain digital correspondence
True or False? All health science career positions require the same scientific, technical and analytical skills.
True
False
Organizational skills are the ability to use _______, energy and resources that are available in the most efficient manner
good manners
time
personal characteristics
Technology
Which of the following is a key component of effective time management?
Procrastination
Prioritization
Multitasking
Ignoring deadlines
True or False? Effective communication skills are essential for teamwork.
True
False
Which of the following best describes the role of ethics in the workplace?
Maximizing profits at any cost
Ensuring fair and honest practices
Ignoring company policies
Focusing solely on personal gain
Which of the following is a benefit of having strong organizational skills?
Increased stress
Improved efficiency
More frequent errors
Decreased productivity
True or False? Effective time management can lead to better work-life balance.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a component of effective communication in the workplace?
Active listening
Clear articulation
Interrupting frequently
Nonverbal cues
A Dermatologist is a Medical Doctor who specializes in ________.
Foot Surgery
Cancer
Skin Conditions
Infections
A Dietitian is a practitioner who specializes in_______.
Nutrition and Food to manage diseases and improve health
Exercise
Dental care
Spinal conditions
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective leadership?
Inspiring others
Micromanaging tasks
Delegating responsibilities
Providing clear direction
An epidemiologist is a health professional who specializes in _________.
The origination and spread of disease
skin conditions
Meal planning and exercises
Animal borne illness
True or False? Delegating tasks is an important aspect of effective leadership.
True
False
Which of the following is a key component of professional communication?
Using jargon
Active listening
Interrupting others
Speaking loudly
Which of the following is a benefit of effective teamwork?
Increased conflict
Enhanced creativity
Decreased productivity
Reduced communication
True or False? Basic computer operation skills are essential for accessing digital resources in the workplace.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a component of professionalism?
Adhering to dress codes
Arriving late to meetings
Respecting colleagues
Maintaining a positive attitude
Which of the following is a key benefit of effective leadership?
Micromanagement
Reduced communication
Enhanced team motivation
Increased employee turnover
True or False? Nonverbal communication is not important in professional settings.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of having strong time management skills?
Reduced procrastination
Improved productivity
Better work-life balance
Increased stress
Which of the following is a key aspect of maintaining professionalism in the workplace?
Disregarding feedback
Frequent absenteeism
Adhering to company policies
Ignoring deadlines
True or False? Effective communication skills are essential for successful teamwork.
False
True
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of having strong organizational skills?
Better time management
Higher stress levels
Increased efficiency
Improved productivity
True or False? Time management is a critical skill for achieving work-life balance.
True
False
Which of the following is a benefit of having strong organizational skills?
Improved efficiency
Increased stress
More frequent errors
Decreased productivity
True or False? Active listening is not necessary for effective communication.
False
True
