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WorksheetsPHS 1st SEMESTER FINAL EXAM REVIEW
Total questions: 127
Worksheet time: 1hrs 4mins
Current medical practices with ties to historical procedures include
improved hygiene and hand washing
use of leeches
acupuncture
All of the above.
Medical technologies invented between 1600 and 1800 AD did not include
microscopes
bifocals
lasers
dissection
Which of the following is not a recent advancement in healthcare?
genetic testing
trepanning
miniaturization
stem cell research
One example of medical miniaturization is the
heart pacemaker
brain shunt
dental implant
catheter
Ultrasounds, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are all examples of
integrative therapy
medical imaging
genomic medicine
complementary advancements
The technology that utilizes computer software and systems to access patient records, record vital signs, and update treatments for a specific patient is known as
information technology assistance
digital medical access
patient information imaging
electronic health records
Patients are looking for medical care that is more and pays attention not only to their physical requirements, but also to their emotional, social, and even spiritual needs.
naturalistic
advanced
holistic
technological
The ________ studies the effectiveness of alternative medical treatments.
Department of Health and Regulatory Services
National Health Defense Association
National Institute of Health
National Center of Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Which of the following factors is a main cause of insurance accessibility issues?
increasing costs of health insurance
cultural factors negatively influence healthcare decisions
distrust of government health agencies
few educational programs that promote community resources
The Act calls for major changes to the US healthcare system that will provide care to a larger number of citizens.
National Health Defense
Patient Protection and Affordable Care
Health and Regulatory Services
Health and Well Being for All
Which of the following is not included in the health science career cluster's five occupational pathways?
health informatics services
child health services
diagnostic services
biotechnology research and development
Which of the following is the primary reason healthcare employment opportunities are on the rise?
aging population and longer life expectancy
increase in high school career and technology programs offered
advancements in medical research and technology
greater acceptance of alternative medicines and therapies
Healthcare workers earn credentials by completing specialized ____and passing a licensing test before they are certified to work.
college courses
training programs
high school courses
exam prep
Healthcare workers often progress to more advanced positions by seeking postsecondary education and training at ____.
community colleges and technical colleges
public and private colleges and universities
institutes of technology and career colleges
All of the above.
Students learn how to contribute to the delivery of safe and effective healthcare by studying course content based on the _____.
health and technology essential knowledge and skills
legal and ethical healthcare guidelines
healthcare foundation standards
Fundamentals of Health Occupation statistics
Which of the following jobs requires adjusting to new equipment, updated technologies, and revised software?
health informatics
medical software
healthcare volunteering
medical education
Which of the following are not considered a display of professional dress and mannerisms?
minimal jewelry and light makeup for women
modest skirts and tops for women
clothes and tattoos that are an expression of a vibrant personality
neat, clean, well-kept slacks and shirts for both genders
_______workers assemble and organize a patient's health information to create a medical record.
Health information facilitation
Health information management
Health technology services
Information acquisition
Which of the following elements should be included in a medical record?
complete medical and treatment history
family medical history
personal identifiable information
All of the above.
When a health information technician passes a certification test and regularly updates that certification, this is known as being _____
minimally qualified
employable
credentialed
certified
_______workers train in computer science and provide support for the electronic health records that other healthcare workers use to document a patient's health information.
Hospital Management
Health Information Technology
Health Information Management
Health Computer Science
The area of _______ examines how medical information moves in an electronic environment.
technology logistics
applied informatics
applied technologists
applied logistics
Which of the following fields requires a bachelor's or master's degree in medical informatics, computer science, public health, or another field related to health science?
health informatics
medical computer software applications
health technology and engineering
public health research
Which of the following is necessary to become a medical assistant?
an associate's degree
a bachelor's degree
a one- to two-year internship
None of the above.
Health educators are required to have at least a(n) ________________.
high school degree
bachelor's degree
master's degree
on-the-job training certificate
A clinic or hospital's interdisciplinary healthcare team may include
doctors, nurses, and therapists
medical assistants
insurance representatives
All of the above.
Which of the following components would most likely not be in a career portfolio?
letters of recommendation
HIPAA regulations
samples of projects that demonstrate skills
awards received
________include tools such as questionnaires and surveys that individuals can use to find careers that will match their individual needs.
Career assessments
Interest portfolios
School-to-work pathway indicators
Personality profiles
Career portfolios should not contain _______.
a résumé
letters of recommendation
a list of hobbies and interests
health certifications you have earned
________ is an organization specifically for future healthcare workers, which allows students to develop leadership skills, learn more about career training programs, and participate in service-learning and other volunteer opportunities.
Future Healthcare Workers Association
Skills USA
HOSA—Future Health Professionals
Health Occupation Services of America
Which of the following elements must be considered when deciding the best method for delivering a message?
how many people will receive the message
whether a written record of the information is needed
how quickly the receiver needs the information
All of the above.
Effective communication requires _________.
approval skills
protocol skills
observation skills
All of the above.
Through _____, the sender learns that the receiver has understood the message as it was intended.
observation
listening
feedback
communication
Which of the following is a good way to improve listening skills and understand a message?
facing the sender
avoiding eye contact
interrupting the speaker
All of the above.
Which of the following is a characteristic of a good listener?
filling in moments of silence to keep the conversation going
providing feedback by asking further questions
turning away from the speaker
finishing the speaker's sentence
Proper communication skills for healthcare workers do not include _________.
speaking clearly and distinctly
speaking to the listener, individually or as a crowd
using medical terminology to add value to your message
choosing words that your audience will understand
To improve reading comprehension skills, healthcare workers are advised to _______.
read without purpose
read actively
ignore new vocabulary
All of the above.
A smile or sneer, a raised eyebrow or frown, and a shrug or clenched fist are all examples of nonverbal messages sent through _______.
observation
cultural communications
body language
impressions
Through the use of ______, healthcare workers are alert to situations in which a patient's verbal and nonverbal messages don't match.
observation
communication
protocols
listening
Healthcare workers consciously use their own body language to improve patient care by ________.
looking at patients when they are speaking
leaning slightly toward a patient to convey interest in what is being said
nodding and acknowledging what is being said
All of the above.
A (n) ________ is critical to providing consistent patient care and coordinating care and treatment between different caregivers and settings.
medical record
health assessment
health history
patient profile
The patient's ______ shows major illnesses and surgeries, as well as those of close relatives.
personal profile
family and personal history
medical health inventory
health assessment indicators
Why is it important to be familiar with the "do not use" list of abbreviations?
Many healthcare providers will refuse to act on a chart order if improper abbreviations are used.
HIPAA rules require the use of a certain list of abbreviations.
Patients could receive the wrong treatment.
Abbreviations should be avoided entirely in most situations.
SOAP, a method for communicating information to other healthcare providers and for allowing providers to retrieve all patient records, stands for _______.
Systematic Operations And Procedures
Subject, Object, Action, Procedures
Symptoms, Operations, Action Plan
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
Which component of SOAP includes a direct statement from the patient describing his or her own condition?
Subjective
Objective
Assessment
Plan
____ refers to the forms and notes that healthcare workers add to a medical record by way of charting.
Progress notes
Medical documentation
Narrative notes
Health assessments
Which of the following components is included in proper phone etiquette?
using a businesslike tone of voice in a high pitch
answering the phone within five rings
using a pleasant tone of voice in a low pitch
answering the phone while eating or drinking
A patient’s ____ affects his or her ability to understand how to dispense medicine, prepare for a surgical procedure, and even navigate a healthcare facility.
healthcare skills
technical skills
health literacy
communication skills
The ____ record has the potential to speed up the documentation process, improve the accuracy of patient records, and expand access to complete medical records for all providers.
electronic health
virtual medical
documented medical
telecommunication
Which of the following is not a benefit of increased use of electronic health records?
improved care coordination
increased medical costs
improved quality and convenience
improved patient outcomes
In a system, the ____ includes the population being served and the reason they need or want services.
input
throughput
output
feedback loop
____ refers to how the system processes or uses the inputs.
Input
Throughput
Output
Feedback loop
In a system, the ____ refers to the results produced by the system’s functioning.
input
throughput
output
feedback loop
Which of the following organizations is an example of a nonprofit healthcare system?
March of Dimes
Red Cross
American Heart Association
All of the above.
Which of the following agencies monitors disease epidemics, provides disaster relief, and sets international standards?
World Health Organization
Centers for Disease Control
International Health Aid Agency
All of the above.
____ care facilities provide skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services for residents who will live in the facility for many months or years.
Ambulatory
Long-term
Outpatient
Hospice
____ care is available for clients who have been diagnosed with a terminal disease and generally have less than six months to live.
Ambulatory
Long-term
Outpatient
Hospice
The ____ Act of 2010 requires all Americans to participate in health insurance plans provided by their employers or to purchase insurance through public health insurance exchanges.
United Healthcare
Affordable Care
Medical Treatment
Health Insurance and Coverage
Which of the following is an example of a managed care plan?
preferred provider organizations
point of service plans
exclusive provider organization plans
All of the above.
Which type of insurance plan only covers care from providers within the network and generally has low deductibles or copayments, or none at all beyond the monthly premium?
Health Maintenance Organizations
Preferred Provider Associations
Exclusive Health Care Provider Services
Managed Health Organizations
Which of the following are preventive care and healthy lifestyle promotions used by healthcare providers and government agencies to reduce healthcare costs?
routine exams and immunizations
restrictive diet and exercise programs
mandatory community education programs
All of the above.
Which of the following are effective ways healthcare workers can reduce healthcare costs?
using good communication skills
carefully using supplies and equipment
keeping accurate records
All of the above.
If a patient complains about the unauthorized release of private medical information, which type of law violation is this?
criminal
constitutional
civil
commonwealth
Someone practicing healthcare without the proper credentials has committed a ____ law violation.
criminal
constitutional
civil
commonwealth
A(n) ____ is a harmful action that causes injury, restricts someone’s freedom, or damages property.
civil offense
criminal clause
tort
medical malpractice offense
Medical information can be released legally for all of the following reasons except to ____.
send patient information to another healthcare provider
file insurance claims
comply with court orders
update records for treatment information
Groups of molecules form ____, which are the structures within cells.
membranes
organelles
triglycerides
saturated compounds
____ may have specialized roles throughout the body in nerves, bones, blood, or muscles.
Membranes
Cells
Organelles
Complex compounds
____ moves ribosomes in and out of the nucleus as they are assembled.
Endoplasmic reticulum
Organelle
DNA
Cytoplasm
The ____ inspects, sorts, and packages proteins for use within or removal from the cell.
membranes
Golgi apparatus
cytoplasm
nucleus
Which of the following tissues is important for providing support, absorbing shock, and storing and transporting nutrients?
connective tissue
nervous tissue
muscular tissue
epithelial tissue
Which of the following tissues conducts impulses to and from body organs?
connective tissue
nervous tissue
muscular tissue
epithelial tissue
____ tissue is important for movement.
Connective
Nervous
Muscular
Epithelial
Which of the following tissues forms a protective covering, allows the absorption of nutrients, helps to filter harmful substances out of the blood, and forms secretions?
connective tissue
nervous tissue
muscular tissue
epithelial tissue
The ____ system is made up of bones and ligaments and its key purpose is to provide support and protection.
lymphatic
respiratory
excretory
skeletal
The ____ system is made up of the heart and blood vessels and its key purpose is to transport blood throughout the body.
cardiovascular
excretory
nervous
muscular
Therapists may work in ____.
hospitals and clinics
public and private schools
gyms and private swimming pools
All of the above.
Which of the following describes the job of an occupational therapist?
plans rehabilitative programs to relieve pain
administers radiation to treat cancer
plans rehabilitative programs to restore vocational and daily living skills
plans and implements fitness programs
Which of the following describes the job of an audiologist?
performs therapeutic massage of soft tissues and joints
plans and implements fitness programs
prevents and treats muscle and bone injuries
assesses and treats hearing, balance, and related ear problems
Therapy assistants are often required to have a(n) ____.
on-the-job training certificate
associate’s degree
bachelor’s degree
two-year internship program
Which of the following do therapy aides need to complete?
a specialized training course of one year or less
associate’s degree
bachelor’s degree
two-year internship program
Before someone can become a dentist, he or she must ____.
pass a dental admissions test
obtain a four-year bachelor’s degree
pass a dentistry licensing exam
All of the above.
____ work directly with patients to clean teeth, take and develop oral X-rays, assess the health of patients’ gums, and teach patients how to practice good oral care.
Prosthodontists
Orthodontists
Hygienists
Periodontists
A(n) ____ may be found working directly with the dentist in the treatment area, making casts of the teeth from impressions, or scheduling appointments in the reception area.
dental assistant
hygienist
prosthodontist aide
orthodontist
The training a new doctor goes through immediately after graduating from medical school is referred to as ____.
postgraduate study
residency
on-the-job training
hospital supervision
Which of the following healthcare workers completes a one-year technical training program and can perform additional nursing tasks such as giving injections, monitoring catheters, and dressing wounds?
licensed vocational nurse
medical resident
certified nursing assistant
certified professional nurse
Which of the following occupations is available to an advanced practice nurse who has a master’s degree?
nurse practitioner
registered nurse anesthetist
certified nurse midwife
All of the above.
Which of the following is not included in the normal care a nurse provides for a patient?
starting, maintaining, and discontinuing intravenous lines
diagnosing an illness
administering therapies and treatments
observing the patient and recording those observations
Which of the following therapeutic careers requires an associate’s degree or less training?
medical resident
pharmacy technician
physician assistant
registered nurse
In a(n) ____ nursing care model, one RN, LPN, or LVN is assigned several patients and is responsible for carrying out all aspects of care for as long as the patients are in the care unit.
primary
unit
secondary
functional
In a(n) ____ nursing care model, each nurse is responsible for completing a set of assigned tasks for every patient or resident.
primary
patient
formal
functional
Gowns, gloves, face shield, mask, and goggles are all considered ____.
health and hygiene equipment
personal protective equipment
standard sterilization apparel
None of the above.
For which of the following types of workers is dependability most essential?
biotechnology workers
therapeutic workers
diagnostic workers
informatics workers
When a person is apologetic and uses a tentative tone of voice in an attempt to avoid conflict, he or she is considered ____.
passive
aggressive
passive-aggressive
assertive
People who are loud, use a demanding tone of voice, and use “you” statements to accuse or humiliate others are considered ____.
passive
aggressive
passive-aggressive
assertive
When a person uses a sarcastic tone of voice and says “yes” but means “no,” he or she is considered ____.
passive
aggressive
passive-aggressive
assertive
People who use a firm tone of voice and “I” statements to express feelings and opinions clearly are considered ____.
passive
aggressive
passive-aggressive
assertive
SBAR, the standardized communication format used for reporting changes in a patient’s status, stands for ____.
Status, Behavior, Attitude, and Referral
Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation
Status, Behavior, Assessment, and Recommendation
Situation, Background, Attitude, and Referral
Which of the following techniques should healthcare workers use when communicating with patients to encourage them to share information?
open-ended questions
“why” questions
questions that can be answered with “yes” or “no” responses
All of the above.
Which of the following conditions requires the use of simple language and short sentences spoken slowly and clearly?
cultural or generational barriers
cognitive impairments
sensory impairments
environmental distractions
When working with a patient who has a(n) ____, you should face the patient as you speak to improve lip reading.
hearing impairment
visual impairment
speech impairment
cognitive impairment
When working with a patient who has a(n) ____, explain sounds and describe equipment.
hearing impairment
visual impairment
speech impairment
cognitive impairment
Which of the following conditions requires healthcare workers to encourage the use of gestures, pointing to objects, or writing requests?
hearing impairment
visual impairment
speech impairment
cognitive impairment
The ____ Act requires that business associates of healthcare providers maintain a certain level of security whenever health information is accessed or exchanged between organizations.
Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health
Health Information and Technology Privacy
Medical Records, Access, and Review
Health Records Security
____ improves patient safety by automatically checking for drug and allergy interactions and eliminating medication errors due to poor handwriting.
Pharmaceutical processing
E-prescribing
Pharm-first medication
Electronic health recording
____ apps allows physicians to dictate into a patient’s record, check lab results, monitor a patient’s vital signs, and e-prescribe from a smartphone.
Electronic health records
Point of care
Medical reference and education
Consumer health
Which of the following healthcare apps allows providers to communicate with patients using images and videos to explain disorders and treatments?
electronic health records
point of care
medical reference and education
consumer health
____ apps provide interactive images of human anatomy and disorders, drug interactions, procedure references, medical news updates, professional journal articles, and research case studies that can enhance diagnosis.
Electronic health records
Point of care
Medical reference and education
Consumer health
Which of the following healthcare apps includes food and exercise diaries, calorie trackers, and pedometer programs?
electronic health records
point of care
medical reference and education
consumer health
Medications can be administered ____.
through injection
topically
orally
All of the above.
____ describe the number of degrees the patient is elevated from the 0-degree plane, which is lying flat on the bed in supine position.
Fowler’s positions
Patient positions
Patient angles
Goniometer’s angles
The ____ describe the hierarchy of command from the top down through all the different ranks of employees.
command diagrams
lines of authority
authority chains
institutional lines of position
Which of the following do therapeutic workers use to explain a patient’s current situation at the beginning of a new shift or change in the level of patient care?
electronic health records
patient summary charts
handoff care reports
All of the above
IDEAL, a communication format used between therapeutic workers in the transfer and receiving of the handoff of care, stands for ____.
Independent Diagnosis, Evidence, Assessment, Lateral changes
Identify, Diagnose, Events, Anticipated, Leave
Illness, Doctor of care, Evaluation, Antidotes, Labels
None of the above.
Which of the following statements about licensure of therapeutic workers is not true?
It is managed by each state’s department of health.
Individuals must supply proof of their education and pass a licensing examination.
Licenses may be lifetime or probationary depending on the area of specialization.
Practicing with an expired license is illegal.
When a trained professional knowingly provides care that is below the standard of care and the patient suffers harm that could reasonably have been anticipated, this is known as ____.
crossing the lines of authority
liable
dishonorable care
malpractice
____ is the failure to do something a person with training should have known enough to do.
Liable
Malpractice
Negligence
Substandard of care
The practice of isolating a person and preventing him or her from interacting with others is known as ____.
homebound isolation
involuntary seclusion
controlled interaction
intentional isolation
Which of the following categories of patient rights includes the right of a patient to review, request corrections to, and make a copy of his or her own medical records?
consumer responsibilities
complaints and appeals
access to services
confidentiality of health information
____ relies on healthcare workers who give patients clear descriptions of their condition, the purpose and nature of the treatment, benefits and risks of the treatment, possible alternative treatments, and potential risks of not receiving the treatment.
Informed consent
Patient profiling
Prognosis and diagnosis plan
Plan of care
Alternative therapies fall under all of the following categories except ____.
biologically-based approaches
mind-body interventions
biotechnical interventions
energy therapies
A(n) ____ policy sends a message to all employees that no one will be allowed to harass or intimidate another employee, no matter what their rank in the organization.
think-pair-share
zero-tolerance
interdisciplinary conflict
safe zone
____ cost billions of dollars, drive up the price of malpractice insurance for healthcare workers, and cause serious problems for patients and their families.
Violent incidents
Misidentification cases
Patient assault and battery cases
Medical errors
Specific positions for muscles and joints that help healthcare workers avoid injury during physical tasks are known as _____.
body mechanics
Fowler’s position
full posture extension
body balance
OSHA stands for ____.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Occupational Security and Hazard Act
Outpatient Security Health Assessment
None of the above.
The ____ reminds healthcare workers of their responsibilities to the patient and encourages patients to be more active in their own care.
United Healthcare Pledge
Hippocratic Oath
Patient’s Bill of Rights
Public Health Assurance Statement
Abuse, false imprisonment, involuntary seclusion, assault, and battery are all forms of ____.
malpractice
patient mistreatment
slander and liable
negligence
