Intro Health Careers Midterm Review
It is illegal in most states to withdraw artificial means of supporting life. True or False
False. Not illegal under certain conditions
A patient admitted to a hospital is legally required to sign a living will. True or False
False. Not legally required to prepare advance directives
Wellness means not having an illness or injury. True or False
False. more than the absence of disease or injury
If provider writes the order "up ad lib", it means the patient is to always talk with the assistance of a health care professional. True or False
False. patient can get up and move about freely and at own will
While in school, learners should focus on their studies and not worry about how they get along with classmates. True or False
False. Should begin establishing habits they will need for job success
A nephrologist specializes in treatment of brain and nervous system. True or False
False. Specializes in Kidneys
Cancer
Oncologist
Perform eye and vision tests
Ophthalmic Assistant
Muscle and bones
Orthopedist
Provide quick response to victims with medical problems.
Paramedic
Carry out prescribed treatments using exercise, massage, and electrical stimulation.
Physical Therapy Assistant
Perform x-ray procedures
Radiologic Tech
Coordinate the overall care of patients
Registered Nurse
Provide patients with oxygen
Respiratory Therapist
The elderly
Gerontologist
Collect and organize patient data.
Health Info Tech
At a recent well child visit for Rowena's daughter, Cypress weighed 21 pounds, another tooth is visible, and she can say several words. Based on Eriksons classifications, Cypress is in the.......... life stage.
Infancy
Tom's son, Jacob has 20 teeth, potty-trained, and his favorite activity is climbing. Jacob is in the ........ life stage, as outlined by Erik Erikson.
Toddler
10 of the 20 fastest growing jobs today are in health care. True or False
True
A hormone is a chemical substance secreted by a gland. True or False
True
A leading cause of malpractice lawsuits is poor interpersonal relationships between patients and health care providers. True or False
True
A problem for many returning adult learners is finding time to study. True or False
True
Another name for the eardrum is tympanic membrane. True or False
True
Apnea is the absence of breathing. True or False
True
Cronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a general term that refers to chronic diseases that obstruct airflow. True or False
True
Individual health care facilities must develop policies for protecting patient confidentiality. True or False
True
It is illegal for the physician who signs a patient's death certificate to participate in any activities that involve removing organs from a deceased patient for transplant in another patient. True or False
True
Moving away from the family home to go to school can result in a process similar to the death and dying stages identified by Elizabeth Kubler-Ross. True or False
True
On-the-job training for many health care occupations is being replaced by formal classroom education. True or False
True
Palliative care provides comfort and pain relief, but does not offer a cure. True or False
True
Patient confidentiality can be broken, if necessary, to report suspected abuse. True or False
True
Poor communication between patient and health care professional is major cause of malpractice lawsuits. True or False
True
Some laws have harmful results. True or False
True
Some medical terms have more than one word root. True or False
True
The medial side of the foot would be the inside aspect of the foot. True or False
True
Throughout much of human history, people believed illness was caused by forces outside control of man. True or False
True
Until the 19th century, medicine and surgery were considered to be very different occupations. True or False
True
What regulations has come to govern patient privacy? a) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act b) Health Insurance Privacy and Accountability Act c) Health Information Privacy and Accessibility Act d) none of the above
a
What word part is "cardi"? a) word root b) combining form c) combining vowel
a
When collecting information on a patient, which best describes the results of diagnostic tests, measurements, and observations made by health care professionals? a) signs b) symptoms c) diagnoses d) data
a
Which actions is the response of the sympathetic nervous system? a) increased heart rate b) lowered blood pressure c) pupil constriction
a
Which compound features 2 hydrogen atoms and 1 oxygen atom, and is necessary for life? a) water b) ammonia c) amino acid d) phosphate
a
Which is an example of a breach of contract? a) patient refuses to pay for treatment because he is not happy with the results b) physician refuses to perform a treatment based on info from lab tests c) physical therapist cancels future appointments because the patient will not do the prescribed exercises
a
Which is an instrument used to examine the ear? a) otoscope b) otology c) otitis d) otplasty
a
Which of the theorists focused on moral development in males? a) kohlberg b) gilligan c) piaget
a
Which stages does a toddler fall within according to Erikson's stages of psychosocial development? a) autonomy vs. shame and doubt b) trust vs. mistrust c) initiative vs. guilt
a
Which would be a visual study technique to learning? a) practice by writing the words down b) read med terms aloud c) draw and color images of terms
a
Who has the "need to know" a patient's diagnosis? a) the healthcare professional caring for the patient b) the house keeper cleaning the exam room c) the receptionist scheduling patient's next visit d) all of the above
a
Whose responsibility is it to report privacy violation? a) the person who first discovers the violation b) the person who committed the violation c) the supervisor of the violater d) none of the above
a
Privacy regulations... a) pertain only to copying and transmitting medical records to third parties b) prevent care providers from discussing patient cases with each other c) prevent care providers from discussing a patient's care with family members d) none of the above
c
Ringworm is an example of an abnormal condition or disease caused by a fungus, also known as: a) myositis b) myopic c) mycosis d) mycoplasma
c
The contents of the thoracic cavity are the : a) stomach and intestines b) heart and thyroid c) heart and lungs d) kidneys and lungs
c
The surgical creation of an artificial excretory opening between the colon and the body surface: a) colposcopy b) neurology c) lobotomy d) colostomy
c
The thoracic cavity forms the: a) back of the skull b) eye sockets c) chest d) pelvic area
c
Watery solution that contains minerals, gasses, and organic molecules that hold the cells of organelles: a) nucleus b) mitochondria c) cytoplasm d) ribosomes
c
What do we call a group of cells that have similar structure and function? a) organelle b) organ c) tissue d) plasma
c
What do we call the maintenance of the internal environment of the body? a) reproduction b) mitosis c) homeostasis d) osmosis
c
What plane divides the body from side to side? a) longitudinal b) sagittal c) frontal d) transverse
c
Which age groups would include the care consideration of giving explanations along with the rationale? a) toddler b) preschooler c) adolescent
c
Which best describes purpose of diagnostic occupations? a) assist patients in maintaining their health b) ensure med equipment functions properly c) determine the cause of an illness d) help patients regain movement
c
National Institutes of Health insure safety of food and drugs offered to consumers in the US. True or False
False
Gangrene is caused by a virus that kills muscle tissue. True or False
False caused by bacteria that kills muscle tissue
Tissues are the smallest living structure in the body True or False
False cells
The cranial cavity contains the spinal cord. True or False
False contains the brain
Dr. William Thomas breaks the life span into 5 groupings with a specific assigned age range for each. True or False
False not assign specific age ranges
The ovaries are directly connected to the Fallopian tubes. True or False
False not directly connected
The atrioventricular node is the natural pacemaker of the heart. True or False
False sinoatrial node
The urethra connects the kidneys with the bladder. True or False
False ureters
Penicillin and antibiotics were discovered in the mid-1800s. True or False
False. 20th century
A severe headache reported by a patient is an example of a sign. True or False
False. A symptom
"Chronic" describes a health condition experienced as a result of aging. True or False
False. Conditions and illnesses that can't be cured quickley
A good system of ethics will provide answers to most health care decisions. True or False
False. Many have no easy answers and present serious ethical dilemmas
Medical term indicating "toward the midline"? a) proximal b) distal c) medial d) lateral
c
Neurorrhaphy is suturing together the ends of a.... a) broken bone b) skin tear c) severed nerve d) clipped follicle
c
Rhinorrhea is drainage from the ear. True or False
False
The Joint Commission is a government organization that regulates the operation of hospitals. True or False
False
The abuse of painkillers has decreased dramatically in the last few years. True or False
False
The answers to most ethical issues in health care can be found in the code of ethics for your occupational area. True or False
False
Prostatic hypertrophy is a cancerous condition. True or False
False can be benign or malignant
Provide preventive care of teeth.
Dental Hygienist
Adult foster care provides 24-hour nursing care in a home-like environment. True or False
False
As long as a patient gives permission for a procedure, the health care professional is guaranteed protection from charges of battery. True or False
False
Ethical systems are based on the laws of a country. True or False
False
Growth in health care industry is expected to slow down over the next 10 years. True or False
False
Health care professionals cannot be held legally responsible for the actions of their employees if the employees have not followed the employer's instructions. True or False
False
It is important that health care workers use precise medical term at all times when communicating with supervisors, coworkers, and patients. True or False
False
Modern hospital typically offers a full range of services for patients needing care until they are ready to return home. True or False
False
"Assessment" is term used in health care that means... a) gathering facts and info b) avoiding the use of opinions c) creating alternatives for solving a problem d) learning to perform procedures
a
A colostomy is surgical creation of an artificial... a) excretory opening between the colon and the body surface b) digestive tract c) sensory canal d) ocular pathway
a
A patient is having intercostal pain. Decipher medical term to determine where pain is located. a) between the ribs b) in the abdomen c) in the head or neck
a
A patient who is hospitalized following a myocardial infarction (heart attack) would most likely be cared for in the... a) CCU b) ICU c) trauma center
a
Chronic illnesses were rare in ancient times because... a) the average person did not live longer than 35 years b) the environment did not contain synthetic chemicals as is does today. c) physicians were unable to diagnose most diseases
a
Encouraging a patient to follow a healthy diet and start an exercise program is an example of the growing emphasis on the concept of... a) wellness b) complementary therapies c) expanding consciousness d) progressive health
a
Higher-than normal blood pressure is known as" a) hypertension b) hyperglycemia c) hypotension d) hypoglycemia
a
Main purpose of occupational therapy is to... a) help patients become as self-sufficient as possible b) assist people in choosing best occupations for themselves c) increase muscle strength after surgery or accidents d) care for all basic needs of hospitalized patients
a
Material that separates the cell from surrounding environment and controls what enters and leaves the cell is: a) cell membrane b) cytoplasm c) nucleus d) lysosome
a
Mycosis describes any abnormal condition or disease caused by... a) a fungus b) exposure to extreme heat c) water-borne bacteria d) blood contamination
a
Palpitation is defined as... a) a pounding or racing heart b) a rapid expansion of the lungs c) sudden stoppage of the heart d) a bursting blood vessel
a
Patients who request prescriptions of antibiotic resistance when they have a cold are... a) contributing to problem of antibiotic resistance b) practicing good health habits c) likely to get well quickly
a
Personal values are best described as: a) what an individual believes to be most important in life b) a person's religious beliefs c) individual likes and dislikes d) one's cultural background
a
To work as a massage therapist, Kelly must obtain approval from her state. This is called... a) licensure b) registration c) certification
a
What are the components of a combining form? a) a word root and a vowel b) a word root and a suffix c) a prefix and a word root d) any word part that's combined with letter "o"
a
What does the Federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act require health care providers to do if they suspect child abuse? a) report it to the proper authorities b) confront the parents with their suspicions c) treat the child and release him or her to the parents d) document the child's injuries in the medical record so future incidents can be evaluated
a
What is a function of the lymphatic system? a) has a role in immune response b) circulates RBCs c) produces platelets for clotting
a
What is the correct pronunciation for letter combo "pn"? a) n b) p c) f d) it is silent
a
Karl was diagnosed with terminal cancer. He envies his friends who are in good health, and asks, "why me?". Based on Kubler-Ross stages of grief, Karl is most likely in the ....... stage of dying.
anger
Toddler
autonomy v shame and doubt
After a lifetime of smoking a poor diet, Colin developed abnormal hardening of the walls of his arteries. This condition is called: a) arteriostenosis b) arteriosclerosis c) multiple sclerosis d) atherosclerosis
b
An acronym is a word that... a) has 2 different meanings depending on context b) is formed from the initial letters of major parts of a compound term c) is spelled the same forwards and backwards d) includes every letter of the alphabet
b
An important quality of health care professionals is integrity, which means that they... a) earned a college degree b) are always honest c) recieved high grades in school d) can work without direct supervision
b
An important result of learning to think effectively is that when learners become healthcare providers they will... a) never make mistakes b) apply what learned in school to situations encountered on the job c) impress patients and employers with what they know d) rapidly move up the career ladder
b
Arthralgia means pain in.... a) the stomach b) a joint or joints c) the bones d) the sinuses
b
Discovering the principles of chemistry in the 18th century made it possible to... a) better understand human anatomy b) learn how body functions, such as digestion, occur c) manufacture disinfectants d) develop surgical techniques
b
Elizabeth Blackwell, first female physician in the US, opened the first... a) hospital b) nursing school c) treatment center for mental illness
b
Franklin D. Roosevelt was confined to a wheelchair due to a viral infection of the gray matter of spinal cord, also known as: a) poliosis b) poliomyelitis c) poliorrhea d) poliorrhexis
b
If a patient is anxious, which concept of growth and development is being demonstrated? a) physical b) psychosocial c) cognitive
b
If a patient schedules a root canal and shows up at the appointed time for procedure, this is an example of... a) expressed consent b) implied consent c) informed consent
b
Interstitial mean ...... the parts of a tissue a) between and within b) between but not within c) between, around, and within d) only within
b
Meaning of anitbiotic resistance. a) increasing cost of antibiotics b) their ineffectiveness against an increasing number of bacteria c) growing numbers of patients who refuse to take them d) the high cost of producing them
b
One of the most difficult challenges faced by hospitals today is the need to... a) continue expanding the number of services offered b) control expenses while maintaining an acceptable patient occupancy rate c) conduct medical research d) find appropriate sites on which to build more hospitals
b
Pain in a joint or joints is called: a) arthrarrhaphy b) arthralgia c) arthroscopy d) arthrostenosis
b
Poliomyelitis is a ..... of the gray matter of the spinal cord. a) fracturing b) viral infection c) bending d) dislocation
b
Suturing together ends of a severed nerve is known as: a) neurorrhage b) neurorrhaphy c) neuroplasty d) hemorrhage
b
The Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act is often referred to as "HIPAA". This is an example of a(n): a) synonym b) acronym c) abbreviation d) eponym
b
The body system that removes and eliminates waste from the body: a) muscular b) urinary c) endocrine d) reproductive
b
The combining form is used to create a medical term when: a) the suffix begins with a vowel b) the suffix begins with a consonant c) There is no prefix d) there is only one word root
b
The heart, arteries, and veins are part of which system? a) endocrine b) circulatory c) nervous d) muscular
b
The medical term for pain in the stomach: a) gastrosis b) gastralgia c) gastritis d) gastrectomy
b
The purpose of targeted drug therapy is to... a) prevent drug abuse b) destroy cancer cells c) create personalized pharmaceutical products
b
The term gastralgia means pain in the ...... a) lungs b) stomach c) urinary tract d) throat
b
There is concern about the quality of care in the US because of the... a) poor training of physicians b) high cost of providing health care c) lack of gov support for health
b
Tissues that connect and support parts of the body a) epithelial b) connective c) muscle d) nerve
b
What does gastrectomy mean? a) an incision into the stomach b) removal of all or part of the stomach c) inflammation of the stomach d) an opening into the stomach
b
What is the guideline for making a plural from if the term ends in -ex or -ix? a) change -ex or -ix to -es b) change -ex or -ix to -ices c) add an -e to the end of the word
b
What is the recommended way to decipher the meaning of an unfamiliar medical term? a) start at the beginning of the word and work to the right identifying and defining each word part b) start at the end of the word and word to the left, identifying and defining each word part c) define the word root, then the prefix, then the suffix d) define the word root, then suffix, then prefix
b
What is the third step of problem solving process? a) gathering info b) create alternatives c) take action
b
Which best demonstrates the meaning of integrity? a) Earning good grades b) being honest at all times c) using time efficiently
b
Which body system secretes substances into the blood stream? a) muscular system b) endocrine system c) nervous system d) skeletal system
b
Which health care service is expected to provide the largest number of employment opportunities for today's health care graduates? a) emergency service b) long-term care c) hospitals d) hospices
b
Which is NOT a common meaning of a prefix? a) number b) surgical procedure c) color d) position
b
Which is NOT a necessary component of a legal contract? a) an offer or action that starts the process of forming a contract b) a signed document outlining the terms of the agreement c) the agreement of both parties to enter the contract b doing something specific d) the exchange between the parties of something of value
b
Which is an example of implied consent? a) patient signs a concent form for surgery after discussing the procedure with her physician b) patient makes an appointment and arrives at imaging center for an x-ray c) patient fills out advance directive documents with instructions if she becomes unable to make decisions d) patient does not want treatment, but it is given because the physician believes the patient needs it
b
Which is an example of objective data? a) headache b) high blood pressure c) numbness in arm
b
Which is considered an age-related change for the digestive system? a) increased liver size b) decreased peristalsis c) increased appetite
b
Which is considered the basic unit of life? a) atom b) cell c) tissue d) organism
b
Which might be the best choice for an individual who would enjoy helping patients regain their mobility after surgery? a) surgical technologist b) physical therapist c) occupational therapist
b
Which patient would most likely receive a liver that becomes available from a donor? a) patient who has never abused alcohol b) patient likely to die within weeks without a transplant c) patient who can best afford the surgery
b
Which planes divides the body into front and back portions? a) midsagittal b) frontal c) transverse
b
Which statement correctly describes the laws of the US? a) all laws are in the best interest of society and should be strictly followed b) some laws result in unintended negative results c) laws always agree with and support our society's ethical principles d) they do not have to be followed if they contradict one's religious beliefs
b
Whose responsibility is it to investigate a privacy violation? a) the person who first discovers the violation b) the person identified in the practices privacy policies and procedures c) the local police department d) none of the above
b
Which is located in the LUQ? a) liver b) spleen c) stomach d) appendix
b and c
A disease, structure, operation, or procedure, named for the person who discovered or described it first is: a) abbreviation b) synonym c) eponym d) acronym
c
A medical assistant who believes the physician made an error when prescribing a treatment would demonstrate good thinking skills by... a) giving treatment and asking the physician about it at next convenient opportunity b) assuming the physician is correct and giving treatment c) asking physician before giving the treatment d) refusing to give the treatment and dismissing the patient
c
An exam technique in which the examiner's hands are used to feel the texture, size, consistency, and location of certain body parts is called: a) dysphagia b) palpitation c) palpation d)dysplasia
c
Arteriosclerosis is the ..... of the walls of an artery or arteries. a) normal hardening b) normal softening c) abnormal hardening d) abnormal softening
c
Cynthia fainted as a result of lower-than-normal blood pressure. What was the cause of her fainting? a) hyperglycemia b) hypoglycemia c) hypotension d) hypertension
c
Every health care professional is likely to face occasional ethical dilemmas, which are... a) problems that involve life and death issues b) issues that can only be resolved by the law c) situations in which there are no clear answers d) always related to religious beliefs
c
In "hypothyroidism" what word part is hypo? a) word root b) suffix c) prefix
c
It is become more acceptable in our society to discontinue the use of artificial means of life support because" a) it has become too expensive to maintain patients by these needs b) most families have difficulty with the emotional trauma of a loved one remaining in a vegetative state c) it allows a death that is going to happen anyway as a result of the patient's current illness of injury d) it is believed that resources should be used to help patients who have a chance of recovering
c
Which describes one of the primary responsibilities of local health departments? a) provide health care services for the poor b) conduct research on the cause of disease c) inspect and regulate services that affect public health d) evaluate the quantity of hospital services
c
Which health care practices involves manipulating the spine to relieve pain or correct dysfunction? a) naturopathy b) acupuncture c) chiropractic
c
Which is NOT a way materials pass through the cell membrane? a) osmosis b) active transport c) covalent motion d) diffusion
c
Which is a true statement about health care professional exams? a) only students who earn high grades can take them b) students who graduate from accredited programs are not required to take them c) specific educational requirements and clinical experience must be done before taking them d) required in order to work legally in all occupations that involve direct patient care
c
Which is an example of a value? a) law that protects welfare of patients b) professional code for behavior c) personal belief that education is necessary for a satisfying life
c
Which is an organ in the endocrine system? a) heart b) stomach c) thyroid d) appendix
c
Which is an organelle of the cell? a) lipids b) follicles c) lysosome d) neuron
c
Which is the outer layer of skin? a) demis b) subcutaneous c) epidermis
c
Which movements would be an example of adduction? a) raising arm away from side of the body b) turnign palm face upward c) pulling the leg toward the median
c
Which occupational therapy occupational requires the most education? a) certified occupational therapy assistant b) occupational therapy aide c) occupational therapist
c
Which regions is located just below the sternum? a) hypogastric b) hypochondriac c) epigastric
c
Which service is provided by the National Institutes of Health? a) make healthcare available for the uninsured b) control the spread of diseases c) conduct medical research
c
Which suffix means pain? a) -cide b) -ical c) -algia
c
Which technique would be best for a kinesthetic learner who is studying the bones of the hand? a) view an illustration of the hand b) listen to audio recording of names of bones c) put together a model of the hand
c
Which types of tissues holds parts of the body in place? a) muscular b) epithelial c) connective
c
Why should privacy violations be handled as soon as possible? a) to prevent further unauthorized disclosures b) to avert civil and criminal penalties c) to prevent further unauthorized disclosures AND to avert civil and criminal penalties d) none of the above
c
Why are certain abbreviations, symbols, and dose designations never to be used?
certain ones have led to frequent errors due to misinterpretations
Tiffany turned 9 years old last week. Her dad noticed this past year that she is beginning to think more logically, but still struggles with abstract concepts. Piaget would place Tiffany in the ..... cognitive stage.
concrete operational
After running a marathon, Ted experiences palpitations. This means he has a(n): a) viral infection b) slow beating heart c) abnormal heartbeat d) pounding or racing heart
d
An eponym is a disease, structure, operation,or procedure named for .... a) the part of the body it is primarily associated with b) its place of origin c) the first person to die as a result of it d) the person who first discovered it or described it
d
Erin has always enjoyed working with her hands and wants to work directly with patients. Which of the following occupations would be the best choice her to consider? a) Pharmacy Technician b) dental assistant c) home health aide d) massage therapist
d
Homeostasis is maintained by which of the following? a) diffusion of molecules form an area of high concentration to lower b) osmosis of water into an area of high solute concentration c) active transport of molecules to an area of high concentration d) all of the above
d
How is a tissue organized? a) cells have similar structure b) cells have similar function c) cells follow a specific arrangement d) all of the above
d
How is the letter "i" pronounced when it is used at the end of a word to create the plural form? a) it is silent b) like the "i" in "it" c) like "ee" in "see" d) like the word "eye"
d
Hypotension is defined as... a) higher than normal blood temperature b) lower than normal blood temperature c) higher than normal blood pressure d) lower than normal blood pressure
d
If a privacy violation is discovered... a) regulations require the violation to be mitigated (corrected) in 30 days b) the privacy official for the practice should be notified immediately c) the patient may be entitled to monetary damages d) all of the above
d
If something is situated between, but not within, the parts of a tissue, it is said to be: a) intramuscular b) interscopic c) intraspecies d) interstitial
d
Otorhinolaryngology is the study of: a) ears, throat, eyes b) ears, nose, eyes c) nose, throat, eyes d) ears, nose, throat
d
Palpation is an exam technique in which the examiner's hands are sued to feel the ...... of certain body parts a) texture b) size c) location d) all of the above
d
The major body cavities are: a) ventral and abdominal b) posterior and thoracic c) thoracic and dorsal d) anterior and posterior
d
The plasma membrane of cells is selectively permeable. Which is true regarding the plasma membrane? a) water can only move away through the membrane b) membrane is made of layers of carbohydrate molecules c) diffusion is only one way materials move through the membrane d) selected materials are able to get in and out of cells
d
The purpose of the suffix in a medical term is to: a) names a body part b) link the word root to the next word part c) make the term easier to pronounce d) add or change the meaning of the word root
d
The spleen, lymph nodes, and thymus gland are part of what organ system? a) endocrine b) circulatory c) digestive d) lymphatic
d
What is the most abundant substance in living cells? a) sodium b) protein c) blood d) water
d
What is the smallest component that supports life? a) body b) organ c) tissue d) cell
d
What is the unit of structure for a tissue? a) atom b) molecule c) organelle d) cell
d
When is it appropriate to discuss a patient's condition in a public area? a) when patient's family is present b) when you know the patient personally c) if you don't use the patient's last name d) never
d
Which best describes meaning of complementary medicine? a) practitioners of complementary medicine are always licensed b) It has not been proven to have value for patients c) It's new, having been developed in the last 25 years d) It's used together with traditional western medicine
d
Which describes the condition of being placed on an official list after meeting the education and testing requirements for an occupation? a) certification b) licensure c) recognition d) registration
d
Which is NOT a generally accepted criterion for deciding which patient should receive an organ transplant? a) probably benefit to the patient b) urgency of patient's condition c) impacts on life improvement d) financial status of the patient
d
Which is an example of subjective data? a) reliable source of info about a topic b) the opinions of experts c) observations of a patients condition d) patient's reports of how they feel
d
Which most accurately describes the results of the increased specialization of medicine? a) has decreased the cost of medical care b) patients are receiving more consistent care c) relationships between physician and patients have become closer d) diagnostic and treatment methods have improved
d
Who is protected by privacy regulations? a) patients b) third-party payers c) children d) all of the above
d
Why should health care professionals refrain from discussing patient cases in public areas? a) someone who knows the patient might be listening b) it violates privacy policies and procedures c) it could result in disciplinary action or termination d) all of the above
d
skin
dermatologist
Middle-old
ego integrity vs. despair
Adolescence
identity vs role confusion
School-age child
industry vs inferiority
Helena is a daycare teacher in charge of the room with 2 to 7 year olds. Children in her room are learning through pretend play, but they still have a hard time with logic. These children are in Piaget's ...... cognitive stage.
preoperational
Infancy
trust vs mistrust
Kidney, bladder, urinary system
urologist
