HS Midterm

__________________ 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

Identify which component would be considered "outside" of a massage therapist's scope of practice. For example, which of the following does NOT belong?

skeletal manipulation

A doctoral degree from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation is the requirement for licensure for entry-level audiologists.

true

A doctoral degree usually is required for independent practice as a psychologist.

true

Community health workers advocate for the health needs of community members.

true

Employment of athletic trainers is projected to grow 21% from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations, because of their role in preventing injuries and reducing healthcare costs.

true

Health information technicians are only eligible to sit for the AHIMA examination if they graduate from a 2-year associate program accredited by CAHIM.

true

Health service managers are individuals who work in many different positions: planning, organizing, and coordinating the delivery of health care.

true

Health services managers are employable in areas such as outpatient clinics, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, and dentist offices.

true

In Chapter 14, one of the main tools of physicians treating patients is medication.

true

Occupational therapy assistants and aides work under the direction of occupational therapists to provide rehabilitative services to patients suffering from mental, physical, emotional, or developmental impairment.

true

Optometrists are qualified to treat some other diseases that are considered "systemic," such as diabetes and high blood pressure.

true

Radiation therapists on the medication radiation oncology team use machines called linear accelerators to administer radiation treatments to cancer patients.

true

Radiologic technologists and technicians perform testings, such as computed tomography and mammography.

true

In Chapter 13, experienced registered dietitian nutritionists may advance to which of the following? Become self-employed Management positions Become sales representatives Correct! All of the above

all of the above

In Chapter 27, which organization allows surgical first assistants the opportunity to obtain certification?

all of the above

In Chapter 29, which of the following use phlebotomists to perform blood draws?

all of the above

Physical therapists treat a variety of patients with different types of problems. Their patients may include which of the following?

all of the above

Social workers may be employed in a variety of settings, including which of the following?

all of the above

Speech-language pathologists perform which of the following job duties?

all of the above

The field of psychology offers a number of specializations. These include which of the following?

all of the above

Which of the following associations offers certification for phlebotomists?

all of the above

Which of the following complex types of testing is performed by clinical laboratory scientists?

all of the above

Which of the following duties do genetic counselors perform as part of their job?

all of the above

Hearing impairment can take many forms. Which of the below are examples of those forms?

all of these are correct

How many states in the United States require optometrists to be licensed?

all states

From Chapter 30, 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

Which of the following professional roles focuses on improving athletic performance or treating muscle or bone injuries?

athletic trainers

Prior to 2015, what was the minimum requirement for athletic trainers?

bachelors degree

In Chapter 31, Health _____________ Professionals work to develop more efficient, effective, and intuitive ways of controlling stored health information, managing clinical workflow tasks, and improving the general security of health information.

informatics

In 2003, the American Hospital Association (AHA) developed the Patient Care Partnership to replace the Patient's Bill of Rights, which has HOW MANY expectations for patients during hospitalization ?

6

Which of the following requirements ensured the same benefits for all Americans regardless of the source of insurance coverage?

Essential Health Benefits

According to the HS 105 class syllabus, future weekly assignments are DUE (to the D2L website for grading) BY which day and time, based on the "5-day window" ?

Every Friday, by 11:59 PM (midnight)

When was the Affordable Care Act (ACA) signed into law in the United States ?

March 23, 2010

In 2014, a total of 23% of the federal budget was spent on Medicaid and which of the following?

Medicare

______________ are physicians who perform eye surgery.

Ophthalmologists

Which of the following is the minimum requirement to be eligible for the Certified Health Education Specialist examination?

bachelors degree

Nursing assistants who complete state-approved programs are known as which of the following?

certified nursing assistants

A new method currently being used to create prosthetics, orthopedic implants, and lab equipment, such as pipettes and minifuge rotors, is which of the following?

3-D printing

How many years does the PharmD program generally take to complete?

4 years

The increase in jobs for genetic counselors between 2014 and 2024 would represent approximately how many new job openings?

700

Females account for what percentage of the healthcare workers?

80%

In order to perform advanced airway management, paramedics must be trained in which of the following?

Endotracheal intubation procedures

Pennsylvania was the first state to pass legislation to establish a Marketplace and used aggressive marketing to encourage enrollment.

False

The cost of health insurance premiums for a family has decreased substantially between 2000 and 2015.

False

The first pre-payment plan to cover physician services was Medicare.

False

" A ____________ is defined as either more than one hospital managed by one organization or a single hospital that includes other healthcare organization. "

Hospital system

Which of the following are NOT factors that will continue to spur demand for pharmacists throughout the 2024 projection period?

Increased number of hospitals and clinics

In Chapter 6, what type of X-ray machine includes pieces of high-resolution fixed X-ray equipment that allow physicians to diagnose and perform surgery in a minimally invasive manner?

Interventional

Which of the following statements about occupational therapists is NOT true?

They prescribe medications to help patients deal with disabilities.

Social workers assist people by helping in many ways. Which of the following are examples of ways they help others?

all of the abovw

If an individual was enrolled in the platinum level plan during the first year of the ACA, what percentage of health care costs would that individual be responsible for compared to what the insurance would cover?

10%

In what year did the first Baby Boomers turn 65?

2011

Which of the following services are provided by hospice care programs? a. Emotional support b. Bereavement counseling c. Dating and relationship advice d. Medical supplies and equipment e. A, B, and D. f. None of the above.

A, B, and D.

Which of these settings are among the five major industries that employ healthcare workers? a. Offices of health practitioners b. Ambulance services c. Nursing and residential facilities d. Hospitals e. Medical schools f. A, C, & D.

A, C, & D.

The cost of health insurance premiums during the first year of the ACA varied within states and across the United States. Which of the following describes the different types of plans that were offered?

Bronze, silver, gold, and platinum levels.

What does the term "CDC" stand for?

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

In Chapter 4, the most important of future disabilities will be which of the following?

Chronic diseases

What is the name of the agency that accredits postsecondary physical therapy assistant programs?

Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

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

In Chapter 8, what are the two types of healthcare teams?

Functional and patient centered

What is the name of the Act that introduced the meaningful use program that makes physicians and hospitals eligible to receive incentive payments for using Electronic Health Records?

HITECH

According to Chapter 2, which type of the following services is dedicated to "helping clients reduce the risk of illness, maintain optimal function, and follow healthy life-style" ?

Health Promotion Services

Which of the following industries was one of the largest in 2013 (and projected to generate 4.1 million new jobs between 2012 and 2022)?

Healthcare

The leading causes of death in those age 65 and older are cancer and which of the following?

Heart disease

In Chapter 3, the ______________ program is a federal health program for people aged 65 years and older, certain disabled people younger than 65, and any adult with permanent kidney failure (end-stage renal disease) or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease).

Medicare

Which of the following pharmacists determine and prepare medications needed for nutrition?

Nutrition support pharmacist

In Chapter 4, non-medical facilities that provide a rooms or apartments, meals, housekeeping, medication management, assistance with ADLs as needed, and recreational activities are known as which of the following?

Residential Care Communities/Assisted Living Facilities

A nursing home which provides the level of care closest to hospital care is called a ____________.

Skilled nursing facility.

To sustain their careers over time, healthcare practitioners must be prepared to act in a professional manner. Which of the following examples would not display professionalism?

Talking about a patient in the presence of another patient.

The use of electronic communications and information technologies to provide or support clinical care at a distance is known as which of the following?

Telemedicine

In Chapter 3, which of these statements best describes "fee for service"?

The provider is financially rewarded for volume.

By the late 1940's, chronic illnesses such as heart disease and cancer accounted for nearly half of the deaths in the United States.

True

Which of the statements below best describes the field of mental health professionals?

Working with patients to prevent, diagnose, and treat mental disorders

According to a 2012 survey from the National Society of Genetic Counselors, approximately two-thirds of genetic counselors work in traditional areas of genetic counseling: prenatal, cancer, and pediatrics.

false

All states, with the exception of Florida, require that respiratory therapists be licensed.

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.

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

In clinical, counseling, and school psychology, the requirements for the doctoral degree include an internship of at least 5 years.

false

Licensing is required to practice as a physical therapist aide.

false

Medical transcriptionists work directly with physicians and do NOT need to be familiar with electronic health records.

false

The minimum educational requirement for a respiratory therapist is a master's degree in respiratory care.

false

True or False? Since 1981, the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) has certified recreation therapists.

false

Which of the following areas employ the largest numbers of health educators?

governments

Which of the following professions uses touch to manipulate the soft-tissues—muscles, tendons, and connective tissue?

massage therapists

Which of the following is the minimum requirement to be eligible for the Certified Genetic Counselor licensure examination?

masters degree

In Chapter 27, the technologists who assist physicians in the diagnosis of disorders affecting circulation are known as which of the following?

vascular technicians

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, how many of the 20 fastest growing occupations are health-care related.

13

Which of the following best describes ethics? Formal study of moral choices Making judgments between right and wrong Listening to one's conscience All of these are correct.

All of these are correct

According to the HS 105 syllabus, the Instructor accepts late class work and late assignments.

False

Bar coding technology refers to the use of an optical scanner to electronically capture images of a bone or muscle and diagnosing the problem.

False

In Chapter 7, professional certification is mandatory for individual health professionals and ensures the employer and the public that a health professional meets an established level of competence in their field.

False

Completed by the cardiovascular technician, a basic electrocardiograph (EKG) requires which of the following?

The attachment of electrodes to the patient's chest

For Public Health Services, what is the mission of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (USDHSS) ?

To enhance and protect the health and well-being of all Americans by providing for effective health and human services and fostering advances in medicine, public health, and social services.

As of July 2015, Medicaid expansion had been implemented in 30 states including Washington, D.C. with two additional states considering expanding Medicaid—Alaska and Utah—and 19 states, which were not expected to expand Medicaid.

True

Certification refers to the action or process of providing an individual with an official document attesting to their status or level of achievement.

True

Examples of Health Information Technology include electronic health records and speech recognition software.

True

Health problems during the 1800's were related to: contaminated food and water, and the inadequate sewage disposal resulting in epidemics and deaths from cholera and yellow fever.

True

Home health is expected to grow 60%, which is faster than any other healthcare industry in the next decade.

True

Hospices are operated on the principle that the dying have special needs that hospital personnel are too busy to handle.

True

In Chapter 5, Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) are fee-for-service organizations that agree to participate in the Shared Savings Program for at least 3 years.

True

Licensing refers to a right conferred by a governmental body to practice an occupation or provide a service.

True

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires most claims for healthcare services to be submitted via electronic means.

True

The process by which a professional seeks recurrent learning activities and training beyond that required for the initial license or certificate is referred to as continuing education.

True

Which of the following is the goal of physical therapy?

all of the above

Which of the following work environments would be appropriate for registered dietitian nutritionists? Hospitals Nursing care facility Private practiceAll Correct! All of the above

all of the above

Which of the following would be a first-responder to an emergency situation?

all of the above