HCA 1110 Final
Which type of therapy refers to therapy provided to those who are recovering from illness or injury that encourages rehabilitation by performing the activities of daily life?
occupational
True or False? A doctoral degree usually is required for independent practice as a psychologist.
true
True or False? A dosimetrists is a technician who is responsible for calculating the dose of radiation that is used in a cancer treatment.
true
True or False? A medical transcriptionist working in an outpatient center would most likely make a higher annual salary when compared to working in an office setting.
true
True or False? All states except Alaska and Hawaii require respiratory therapists to be licensed.
true
Community health educators often educate which of the following groups with information related to the importance of funding health programs?
legislators
Prior to 2015, what was the minimum requirement for athletic trainers?
Bachelor's degree
Which of the following areas employ the lowest numbers of health educators?
Social assistance programs
Which specific sonographer would help diagnose and treat conditions primarily involving the gallbladder, bile ducts, kidneys, liver, and pancreas?
abdominal sonographers
Psychology is best defined by which of the following?
A scientific approach to gathering, quantifying, analyzing, and interpreting data on why people act as they do
Experienced registered dietitian nutritionists may advance to which of the following?
Management positions, Become self-employed, Become sales representatives
True or False? High pay and reasonable workloads cause many workers to stay in this occupation, creating few opportunities for new workers entering the field.
false
Consultant dietitians work under contract in which of the following environments?
they work in health care facilities, they work with sports teams, they work for wellness programs
Clinical managers establish and implement policies, objectives, and procedures for their departments; evaluate personnel and work quality; develop reports and budgets; and coordinate activities with other managers.
true
Clinical managers have training or experience in a specific clinical area and, accordingly, have more specific responsibilities than do generalists.
true
True or False? Radiologic technologists and technicians perform testing such as computed tomography and mammography.
true
True or False? Respiratory therapists are called upon to intervene when patients are critically ill and having breathing problems.
true
True or False? Respiratory therapists can change the ventilator settings and check the equipment for mechanical problems but only according to the doctor's
true
True or False? The movement to license massage therapists began in 1992 when two different organizations developed licensing exams.
true
Within a single institution, such as a community hospital, the healthcare administrator is directly accountable to a board of trustees made up of community leaders who are voted onto the board to determine broad policies and objectives for the hospital.
true
Identify which component would be considered "outside" of a massage therapist's scope of practice.
Skeletal manipulation
Many employers prefer applicants who are certified. Which of the following is a recognized professional association capable of offering certification?
a. Board of Registry of American Association of Bioanalysts b. American Medical Technologists c. Board Registry of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Which of the following complex types of testing is performed by clinical laboratory scientists?
a. Chemical b. Biological c. Bacteriological
Which of the following job locations are applicable to clinical laboratory scientists and technicians?
a. Hospitals b. Physician offices d. Ambulatory centers
Which of the following associations offers certification for phlebotomists?
a. National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) b. American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) d. American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Cardiovascular technicians are responsible for which duties?
a. Positioning patients on an examining table b. Monitoring patients' blood pressure and heart rate d. Shaving, and cleaning the patient's leg e. Administering anesthesia to the top of the patient's leg near the groin f. Notifying the physician if something appears to be wrong with the patient
Respiratory therapists are becoming involved in what areas of patient care?
a. Pulmonary rehabilitation b. Case management c. Smoking-cessation counseling e. Polysomnography
What can massage therapists do for patients with their touch?
a. Relieve pain b. Relieve stress d. General wellness of clients. e. Improve circulation f. Promote relaxation
Which organization allows surgical first assistants the opportunity to obtain certification?
a. SA-C designation from the American Board of Surgical Assistants b. CSA designation from the National Surgical Assistants Association d. CFSA designation from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
Physical therapists treat a variety of patients with different types of problems. Their patients may include which of the following?
b. Persons with head injuries c. Accident victims d. People with back pain e. People with heart disease
It is not possible for speech therapy to be provided via telepractice.
false
True or False? Dispensing opticians are also called optometrists.
false
True or False? Even though Medicare covers most of the cost of hearing aids, active older adults with adequate financial resources are likely to seek services of audiologists to be fitted for hearing aids in order to maintain an active lifestyle.
false
True or False? In acute care facilities, respiratory therapists are only responsible for working in intensive care units and caring for critically ill patients.
false
True or False? In clinical, counseling, and school psychology, the requirements for the doctoral degree include an internship of at least 5 years.
false
True or False? In healthcare facilities, health educators help organize the physician's schedule and facilitate the patient appointment times throughout the daylight hours.
false
True or False? It is not a requirement to graduate from a 2-year Associate degree program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) in order to take the Health Information Technicians examination offered by AHIMA.
false
True or False? Licensing is required to practice as a physical therapist aide.
false
True or False? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) both use nonionizing radio frequencies to generate image contrast.
false
True or False? Many clinical managers are directly accountable to a board of trustees who determine specific unit policies and objectives for their departments.
false
True or False? Medical librarians are expected to have organization and communication skills as well as access to information.
false
True or False? The minimum educational requirement for a respiratory therapist is a master's degree in respiratory care.
false
True or False? There is no scientific evidence that massage therapy may alleviate back pain and improve the quality of life for individuals with depression, cancer, and HIV/AIDS.
false
True or False? Typical entry-level education for occupational therapy assistants is an Associate degree; in contrast, occupational therapy aides usually need a Bachelor's degree.
false
The OAT (Optometry Admission Test) consists of which of the following?
four tests
True or False? The chief executive officer (CEO) provides overall management direction but is also concerned with community outreach, planning, policy-making, and response to government agencies and regulations.
true
True or False? The diagnosis-related groups system determines the amount for which Medicare or other insurance programs will reimburse the healthcare provider.
true
True or False? The federal government requires an MLS or the equivalent in education and experience.
true
True or False? The goals of occupational therapy in public schools focus not on treatment or rehabilitation, but on the resources that an individual child needs to participate effectively in the educational program.
true
Which of the following areas employ the largest numbers of health educators?
Governments
cso
oncology nutrition
Which of the following statements regarding physical therapy assistants and physical therapy aides is true?
Aides usually learn skills on the job, while physical therapy assistants have an Associate degree.
A clinical registered dietitian nutritionist can become board certified in which of the following specialty areas?
CSO,GSG,CSP
Some of the reasons the job market is very good for the new optometrist include which of the following?
Increasing vision care needs of an aging population.
Which health professional uses rehabilitative exercises, reconditioning, and physical education to treat patients who have problems moving in any way?
Kinesiotherapists
What are the three highest paying areas of employment for genetic counselors? (Select all that apply.)
Specialty hospitals, Management of companies and enterprises, Medical and diagnostic laboratories
Which of the following statements about occupational therapists is not true?
They prescribe medications to help patients deal with disabilities
Genetic counselors perform the following duties as part of their job.
b. Assist patients and families to make healthcare decisions based on risks for genetic disorders. c. Communicate findings to physicians and patients d. Interpret laboratory results
Physical therapist education programs include which of the following?
b. Clinically based courses c. Behavioral science courses d. Foundational science courses
Physical therapists may engage in professional activities such as which of the following?
b. Consultation c. Administration d. Education e. Research
What is the most common entry-level degree necessary for social workers?
bachelors degree
True or False? After testing and examining a specimen, clinical scientists analyze the results and relay to physicians; the results may also be automatically transmitted to the patient's electronic medical record.
false
True or False? All states, with the exception of Florida, require that respiratory therapists be licensed.
false
True or False? Athletic trainers that work in a sports setting typically have schedules that are more flexible and they tend to work fewer hours overall.
false
True or False? Most growth over the next 10 years for genetic counselors is expected to be in the pharmaceutical industry, and most jobs will be available in research for drug development.
false
True or False? Optometrists are qualified to perform eye surgery.
false
True or False? Orthotists and prosthetists do not require a degree or certification before beginning work in the field.
false
True or False? Radiation therapists work primarily in outpatient cancer treatment centers.
false
True or False? Since 1981, the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) has certified recreation therapists.
false
True or False? Technologists and technicians wear badges that deflect radiation and minimize their exposure.
false
GSG
gerontological nutrition
4. True or False? As people become more aware of sports-related injuries at a young age, demand for athletic trainers is expected to increase.
true
True or False? A prosthetist designs, measures, fits, and adjusts artificial limbs for amputees and devices for people with musculoskeletal or neurological conditions.
true
True or False? As distinguished from psychiatry, which is a branch of medicine, psychology is a nonmedical science.
true
True or False? As of 2015, no states required licensure for health educators.
true
True or False? Assistant administrators direct activities in clinical areas such as nursing, surgery, therapy, and in non-clinical areas such as information technology and health information management.
true
True or False? Associate or assistant administers may be responsible for budget and finance, human resources, and in-service training depending on the size of the facility.
true
True or False? Because of the need to satisfy demand for financial viability, cost containment, and public and professional accountability, chief administrators need leadership abilities as well as technical skills.
true
True or False? Behavior analysts have recently seen an increase in recognition in relation to the high number of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.
true
True or False? Certifications by both the American Society of Exercise Physiologists and the American Society for Sports Medicine increase the credibility of exercise physiologists as part of the healthcare team.
true
True or False? Child, family, and school social workers may be known as child welfare social workers, family services social workers, or child or adult protective social workers.
true
True or False? Coders use classification software to assign clinical codes to each diagnosis and procedure, relying on their knowledge of disease processes and multiple classification systems, such as CPT and ICD-10.
true
True or False? Community health workers advocate for the health needs of community members.
true
True or False? Dietetic assistants may progress up the career ladder by completing additional coursework and becoming eligible to take an entrance examination given by the Dietary Managers Association to be promoted to dietary manager of a food service.
true
True or False? Echocardiogram technologists may administer medication to physically active patients to assess their heart function.
true
True or False? Employment for registered dietitian nutritionists is projected to increase with an emphasis on disease prevention.
true
True or False? Employment for social workers is expected to grow 19% from 2012 to 2022, faster than average for all occupations. Employment growth will be driven by increased demand for health care and social services, but it will vary by specialty.
true
True or False? Employment of diagnostic medical sonographers is expected to grow more rapidly in physicians' offices and in medical and diagnostic laboratories, including diagnostic imaging centers.
true
True or False? Exercise physiologists can sit for an exam to become a Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP) through the American Association of Cardiovascular and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR).
true
True or False? For the treatment of mental or emotional disorders, dance therapists use body posture and movement to evaluate patients who have experienced physical or psychological trauma.
true
True or False? Health educators teach people about behaviors that promote wellness and develop and implement strategies to improve the health of both individuals and communities.
true
True or False? Health service managers are individuals who work in many different positions; planning, organizing, and coordinating the delivery of health care.
true
True or False? In 2015, the Athletic Trainers Strategic Alliance made the decision to require a master's degree for all entry-level athletic trainers.
true
True or False? In 2015, there were about 268 CAHIIM-accredited programs in Health Information Management at the associate degree level.
true
True or False? In addition to the general knowledge and experience required of dance therapists, movement researchers must have completed advanced courses in movement observation and research methods to become a Certified Movement Analyst.
true
True or False? It is necessary to keep a record of the cumulative lifetime dose of radiation for technologists and technicians.
true
True or False? Nuclear medicine differs from other diagnostic imaging technologies because it determines the presence of disease on the basis of metabolic changes rather than changes in organ structure.
true
True or False? Public awareness of the genetic basis for disease and scientific advances in reproductive technologies has increased the demand for genetic counselors.
true
True or False? Radiation therapy is sometimes used as the sole treatment for cancer.
true
True or False? Respiratory therapists who complete home visits help to facilitate the use of ventilators for patients in their own homes.
true
True or False? Respiratory therapists, also known as respiratory care personnel, specialize in the evaluation, treatment, and care of patients with breathing disorders.
true
True or False? Since 1981, the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) has certified recreation therapists.
true
True or False? Some athletic trainers who work in high schools also teach.
true
True or False? Surgical technologists must be conscientious, orderly, and emotionally stable to handle the demands of the operating room environment.
true
True or False? The expected demand for massage therapists is currently at an all-time high with a projected growth of 22% between 2014 and 2024 according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
true,false
What is the expected percentage of increase in jobs from 2014 to 2024?
29%
Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) must pass a written examinations offered by which association?
American Health Information Management Association
Which of the following professional roles focuses on improving athletic performance or treating muscle or bone injuries?
Athletic trainers
Which of the following is the minimum requirement to be eligible for the Certified Health Education Specialist examination?
Bachelor's degree
In addition to in-home exercises, athletic trainers instruct athletes in what other types of exercise?
Balance and strength
What is the name of the agency that accredits postsecondary physical therapy assistant programs?
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
Which of the following would be considered core competencies that are typically covered during a brief period of on-the-job training for community health workers? (Select all that apply.)
Communication, Outreach Skills, Health information specific to the job duties
In order to maintain a registered dietitian nutritionist status, a person must do which of the following?
Complete at least 75 credit hours of continuing education every 5 years
Speech-language pathologists perform which of the following job duties?
Diagnose language disorders, Assess and treat swallowing disorders, Treat and help prevent communication disorders
Which of the following industries paid out the highest median annual wage for dietitians and nutritionists in 2013?
Food and nutrition management
Which group of professionals use various classification systems to code, categorize, and report patient information for insurance reimbursement are often referred to as coders?
Health Information Technicians
What does the clinical scientist do with the results after testing and examining a specimen?
Relay the results to the physician
Which technologists administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients and then monitor the characteristics and functions of tissues or organs in which the drugs localize?
Nuclear medicine technologists
The diagnosis of breathing disorders during sleep, such as apnea is called what?
Polysomnography
Which of the following is the goal of physical therapy?
To improve how an individual functions at work and at home
What type of psychologists promote good health through health maintenance counseling programs designed to help people achieve health-oriented goals, such as to stop smoking or lose weight?
health
Which of the following is projected to remain the principal employer of diagnostic medical sonographers?
hospitals
Which of the following work environments expect to continue to employ a large number of registered dietitian nutritionists?
hospoitals
Hearing impairment can take many forms. Which of the below are examples of those forms?
inability to understand and use speech to communicate, inability to hear speech loudly enough, inability to hear speech clearly
What education level in social work is required for clinical work?
masters
Which group of professionals play an important role in the transfer of knowledge and ideas by providing people with access to the information they need and want?
medical librarians
What type of therapists understand music psychology and specialize in using music to accomplish treatment goals involving the restoration, maintenance, and improvement of mental and physical health.
music therapists
Which of the following work environments would be appropriate for registered dietitian nutritionists?
nursing care facility, private practice,hospitals
Which of the following industries paid out nearly $60,000 in median annual wages for dietitian and nutrition services in 2013?
outpatient/ambulatory care, long term care
CSP
pediatric nutrition
A speech disorder can be any of the following except:
people who speak a different language
Institutional planning is an increasingly important responsibility of chief administrators, who continually must assess the need for services, personnel, facilities, and equipment, and periodically recommend changes such as shutting down a maternity ward or opening an outpatient clinic.
true
Specially designed computer programs can help patients improve cognitive skills, including decision making, abstract reasoning, and problem solving, along with perceptual skills, such as peripheral vision and discrimination of letters, colors, and shapes.
true
Structured apprenticeships are more commonly available for ophthalmic laboratory technicians in states where licensing is not mandatory, and these programs are usually offered by large employers.
true
True or False? A basic EKG traces electrical impulses transmitted by the heart and requires technicians to attach electrodes to the patient's chest, arms, and legs, and then manipulate switches on an EKG machine to obtain a reading.
true
True or False? Radiation therapists do a considerable amount of lifting and must be able to help disabled patients get on and off treatment tables.
true
True or False? Radiation therapists work in hospitals, physician offices, outpatient centers, or in cancer treatment centers.
true
True or False? Radiologic technicians perform imaging examinations like X-rays, while technologists use other imaging modalities such as computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and mammography.
true