Unit Two- Career Options

Assignment Question Entrepreneurs often work __________ , especially when they first start out.

long hours

Which of the following are advantages of self-employment?

possibility for a flexible schedule. potential to earn more money. more control over business policies and interacting with people. cannot be fired.

Assignment Question What is a business opportunity?

A consumer problem, need, or desire that a business could provide a solution for

Assignment Question Financial success and social status may be benefits of entrepreneurship, but many healthcare entrepreneurs have other, non-economic goals for their business, such as:

A desire to understand the cause of disease. A desire to promote wellness. A desire to give back to the community.

Assignment Question Which of the following are examples of services?

An eye examination A massage to relieve back pain

Which situation best represents entrepreneurship?

David, a doctor, designs, markets, and sells his own vitamin supplements.

Which of the following characteristics and skills are especially helpful for entrepreneurs?

Discipline Willingness to take risk Leadership Organizational and communication skills

Select three main areas of a person's life that are impacted by career decisions.

Educational Social Financial

Assignment Question All people who work in health care need the same qualifications.

False

Assignment Question What are three important characteristics for an entrepreneur to have?

Hardworking Optimistic Disciplined

Assignment Question Which of the following is the first step toward entrepreneurship?

Identify a business idea and confirm that it is a good opportunity for you.

Assignment Question Which of the following are examples of goods?

Medicine for curing infection A device that relieves back pain

Which of the following are examples of social impacts of a career decision?

Missing family events because of having to work long hours Having a coworker over for dinner Having time to spend with family and friends

Assignment Question What are three advantages of being an entrepreneur?

No boss Higher income potential More control over business policies

Assignment Question Which of the following should be described in your written business plan?

The scope and purpose of your business

Assignment Question Which of the following are examples of positive social impacts of a career decision?

You become good friends with your coworkers from a medical clinic Your family is proud of you

Assignment Question careers in health sciences often increases a person's social status.

true

Assignment Question If you work in the health sciences industry, you should have a desire to improve people's health, first and foremost.

true

Assignment Question Which of the following is an example of a health science professional in private practice?

A doctor who opens and runs her own clinic

Which of the following is an example of a healthcare professional in private practice?

A family doctor who starts and runs her own clinic

Assignment Question Which of the following is an example of an entrepreneurial inventor?

A heart surgeon who designs an artificial heart valve that improves heart functioning

Which of the following is an example of a health sciences inventor?

A nurse who designs a new cancer detection device and markets the idea

Which of the following should be described in your written business plan?

Competitors Products Business scope and purpose Resources needed

Assignment Question Which of the following is an important consideration when evaluating a business opportunity?

Customer demand

Which of the following factors are important considerations when evaluating a business idea?

Customer demand Personality and skills Money Competitors Timing

Which statements should be true in order for you to become an entrepreneur?

You have identified a business opportunity that is unique or that will make your company better than the competition in some way. You are passionate about your business idea and willing to put in hard work and long hours to make it a reality.

Assignment Question Which of the following are examples of negative social impacts of a career decision?

You have to work late on a weekend and miss a movie with friends You feel very tired because of working night shifts at the hospital You have to leave a party in order to help an injured patient

Assignment Question Which of the following factors are important considerations when evaluating a business idea?

Your personality Your finances Your competition

Assignment Question Happiness as a healthcare professional depends largely on salary.

false

Assignment Question Your career can improve your success, social status, and _________ happiness, but it can also lead to economic and _______ stresses.

financial emotional

Assignment Question A health science entrepreneur's company might sell ________ , services, or both.

goods

Assignment Question There are three main areas of life affected by your career choice: educational achievement, financial status, and ____________

social life and status