HCA Review
The increase in jobs for genetic counselors between 2014 and 2024 would represent approximately how many new job openings?
700
Which type of technician performs Holter monitor procedures?
Electrocardiograph technicians
Linear accelerators used in the treatment of cancer are most commonly used which procedure?
External beam therapy
It is not possible for speech therapy to be provided via telepractice.
FALSE
Which of the following industries paid out the highest median annual wage for dietitians and nutritionists in 2013?
Food and nutrition management
The OAT (Optometry Admission Test) consists of which of the following?
Four tests
Which of the following work environments expect to continue to employ a large number of registered dietitian nutritionists?
Hospitals
Who typically performs laboratory tests?
Laboratory scientists
Community health educators often educate which of the following groups with information related to the importance of funding health programs?
Legislators
Which of the following professions uses touch to manipulate the soft-tissues—muscles, tendons, and connective tissue?
Massage therapists
What education level in social work is required for clinical work?
Master's
What education level in social work is typically required for positions in a healthcare facility, and in school settings?
Master's
Which of the following is the minimum requirement to be eligible for the Certified Genetic Counselor licensure examination?
Master's degree
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
A speech disorder can be any of the following except:
People who speak a different language
What does the clinical scientist do with the results after testing and examining a specimen?
Relay the results to the physician
Which of the following professional roles focuses on improving athletic performance or treating muscle or bone injuries?
Athletic trainers
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
What can massage therapists do for patients with their touch?
All of the choices are correct General wellness of clients. Relieve pain Relieve stress Promote relaxation Improve circulation
Cardiovascular technicians are responsible for which duties?
All of the choices are correct Monitoring patients' blood pressure and heart rate Notifying the physician if something appears to be wrong with the patient Positioning patients on an examining table Shaving, and cleaning the patient's leg
Which duties to respiratory therapists perform?
All of the choices are correct Inserting a tube into the patient's trachea, or windpipe; and connecting the tube to the ventilator Measuring the volume and flow of oxygen during inhalation and exhalation Connecting patients to ventilators Setting the rate, volume, and oxygen concentration of the oxygen mixture entering the patient's lungs.
A language disorder is defined as all but which of the following?
Difficulty controlling speech production
The healthcare administrator is directly responsible for the direction of the medical, nursing, ancillary services, housekeeping, physical plant, and other operating departments.
FALSE
True or False? Dispensing opticians are also called optometrists.
FALSE
Clinical managers have training or experience in a specific clinical area and, accordingly, have more specific responsibilities than do generalists.
TRUE
Directors of physical therapy are experienced physical therapists, and most health information administrators have a Bachelor degree in health information management.
TRUE
Ophthalmologists are qualified to perform eye surgery.
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
The number of speech-language pathologists in private practice should increase because hospitals, schools, and nursing care facilities will contain costs by increasingly contraction out for these services.
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
Which specific sonographer would help diagnose and treat conditions primarily involving the gallbladder, bile ducts, kidneys, liver, and pancreas?
Abdominal sonographers
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.
How many states in the United States require optometrists to be licensed?
All states
Registered Health Information Technicians (RHIT) must pass a written examinations offered by which association?
American Health Information Management Association
What is the most common entry-level degree necessary for social workers?
Bachelor's degree
Which of the following is the minimum requirement to be eligible for the Certified Health Education Specialist examination?
Bachelor's degree
What type of psychologist applies scientific knowledge of human behavior to the care and treatment of the handicapped and the disturbed with the purpose of helping the individual who is maladjusted learn new and better habits of behavior so as to find a more satisfactory way of living?
Clinical
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
Aside from their job training, what other skills set would surgical technologists most likely need to have?
Conscientious, have manual dexterity, be emotionally stable
Which of the following areas employ the largest numbers of health educators?
Governments
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 group of 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?
Health Informatics Specialists
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
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
During a cardiac catheterization procedure, the cardiovascular technologist is responsible for which of the following?
Monitoring the patient for signs of arrhythmia
Which technologist administers radiopharmaceuticals to patients and then monitors the characteristics and functions of tissues in which the drug localizes?
Nuclear medicine technologists
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
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
Identify which component would be considered "outside" of a massage therapist's scope of practice.
Skeletal manipulation
Which of the following areas employ the lowest numbers of health educators?
Social assistance programs
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
Audiologists work with people who have balance issues related to ear problems.
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
Which of the following statements about occupational therapists is not true?
They prescribe medications to help patients deal with disabilities.
Which of the following is the goal of physical therapy?
To improve how an individual functions at work and at home
Which of the statements below best describes the field of mental health professionals?
Working with patients to prevent, diagnose, and treat mental disorders
What is the expected percentage of increase in jobs from 2014 to 2024?
29%
Respiratory therapists are becoming involved in what areas of patient care?
All of the choices are correct Smoking-cessation counseling Case management Polysomnography Pulmonary rehabilitation
Physical therapists may engage in professional activities such as which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. Administration Research Education Consultation
Social workers may be employed in a variety of settings, including which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. Child welfare agencies Colleges and universities Hospitals
Physical therapist education programs include which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. Clinically based courses Foundational science courses Behavioral science courses
Genetic counselors perform the following duties as part of their job.
All of the choices are correct. Communicate findings to physicians and patients Assist patients and families to make healthcare decisions based on risks for genetic disorders. Interpret laboratory results
Which of the following complex types of testing is performed by clinical laboratory scientists?
All of the choices are correct. Chemical Bacteriological Biological
True or False? Employment of diagnostic medical sonographers is expected to grow more rapidly in hospitals than in medical and diagnostic laboratories, including diagnostic imaging centers.
FALSE
True or False? Employment of substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors is expected to decline by 22% from 2014 to 2024, much slower than average for all occupations.
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? Genetic counselors that work in industry generally earn lower salaries. Because opportunities in the profession are great, the opportunities for advancement are plentiful.
FALSE
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
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
True or False? A high school diploma is the minimum educational requirement for social and human service assistants, but employers often seek individuals with relevant work experience or education beyond high school.
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? 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.
TRUE
True or False? Although hospitals are expected to continue to be the major employer of clinical laboratory workers, employment is expected also to grow rapidly in medical and diagnostic laboratories, offices of physicians, and all other ambulatory healthcare services.
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? 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? As the chief executive officer (CEO), a person would be responsible for speaking before civic groups, promoting public participation in health programs, and coordinating the activities of the hospital or facility with those of government or community agencies.
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? Clinical laboratory testing plays a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease.
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? Genetic counselors need a strong science background and the ability to explain complex information in a way that can be understood by people without a science background.
TRUE
True or False? Health Information Technicians trained in non-CAHIIM-accredited programs or trained on the job are not eligible to take the examination.
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 services managers are employable in areas such as outpatient clinics, nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, and dentist offices.
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 hospitals, services offered by the medical library may depend on whether the hospital conducts research and training, or on the categories of illness treated there.
TRUE
True or False? Respiratory therapists who work in home care inspect and clean equipment, evaluate the home environment, and ensure that patients have sufficient knowledge of their diseases and the proper use of their medications and equipment.
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? Some hospitals have separate medical, nursing, and patient libraries.
TRUE
True or False? Substance abuse counselors are also called addiction counselors.
TRUE
The field of psychology offers a number of specializations. These include which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. Engineering psychology School and social psychology Rehabilitation psychology Clinical psychology
Social workers assist people by helping in many ways. Which of the below are examples of ways they help others?
All of the choices are correct. Helping people who are facing disability. Helping them cope or solve issues with family and dealing with relationships. Helping those with substance abuse problems.
Hearing impairment can take many forms. Which of the below are examples of those forms?
All of the choices are correct. Inability to hear speech loudly enough Inability to understand and use speech to communicate Inability to hear speech clearly
Experienced registered dietitian nutritionists may advance to which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. Management positions Become self-employed Become sales representatives
Physical therapists treat a variety of patients with different types of problems. Their patients may include which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. People with back pain Accident victims Persons with head injuries People with heart disease
Typical job duties of an occupational therapy aide would include which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. Restocking or ordering depleted supplies Prepare materials and assemble equipment Scheduling appointments and answering the telephone
Applicants to occupational therapy assistant programs can improve their chances of admission by doing which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. Taking high school courses in biology and health Volunteering in occupational therapy offices Volunteering in nursing care facilities
Consultant dietitians work under contract in which of the following environments?
All of the choices are correct. They work with healthcare facilities. They work with sports teams. They work for wellness programs.
Speech-language pathologists perform which of the following job duties?
All of the choices are correct. Assess and treat swallowing disorders Diagnose language disorders Treat and help prevent communication disorders
Speech, language, and swallowing difficulties can result from a variety of causes, including which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. Hearing loss Brain injury Emotional problems
Although radiation hazards exist in the occupation of radiologic technicians, they are minimized by the use of which preventative measures?
All of the choices are correct. Lead aprons Gloves, and other shielding devices Instruments monitoring exposure to radiation
Which of the following work environments would be appropriate for registered dietitian nutritionists?
All of the choices are correct. Nursing care facility Private practice Hospitals
A clinical registered dietitian nutritionist can become board certified in which of the following specialty areas?
All of the choices are correct. Pediatric nutrition (CSP) Gerontological nutrition (GSG) Oncology nutrition (CSO)
Typical job duties of an occupational therapy aide would include which of the following?
All of the choices are correct. Scheduling appointments and answering the telephone Restocking or ordering depleted supplies Prepare materials and assemble equipment
Which of the following associations offers certification for phlebotomists?
All of the choices are correct. National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) American Medical Technologists (AMT)
True or False? Medical librarians are expected to have organization and communication skills as well as access to information.
FALSE
True or False? All dispensing opticians must complete a degree program to enter the job market.
FALSE
True or False? All states, with the exception of Florida, require that respiratory therapists be licensed.
FALSE
True or False? Athletic trainers in sports settings have schedules that are consistent with little flexibility required.
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? High pay and reasonable workloads cause many workers to stay in this occupation, creating few opportunities for new workers entering the field.
FALSE
True or False? In a large community hospital, the healthcare administrator is responsible for day-to-day management of the service units.
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? 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? 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? Optometrists are qualified to treat some other diseases that are considered "systemic," such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
FALSE
True or False? Orthotists and prosthetists do not require a degree or certification before beginning work in the field.
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
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
True or False? When performing patient assessments, respiratory therapists can make adjustments to treatment options without a physician's order.
FALSE
The diagnosis of breathing disorders during sleep, such as apnea is called what?
Polysomnography
True or False? A doctoral degree from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation is the requirement for licensure for entry-level audiologists.
TRUE
True or False? A doctoral degree usually is required for independent practice as a psychologist.
TRUE
True or False? Cardiac sonographers may assist physicians who perform trans-esophageal echocardiography, which involves placing a tube in the patient's esophagus to obtain ultrasound images.
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? 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? 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 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
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 up to each state to establish the licensing requirements of radiologic technologists.
TRUE
True or False? MRI, like CT, produces multiple cross-sectional images to create a three-dimensional image. Unlike CT and X-rays, MRI uses nonionizing radio frequencies to generate image contrast.
TRUE
True or False? 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
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 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
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? Respiratory therapists evaluate patients' lung capacities by having them breathe into an instrument that measures the volume and flow of oxygen during inhalation and exhalation.
TRUE
True or False? Respiratory therapists use ventilators to deliver pressurized oxygen into the patients' lungs.
TRUE
True or False? Technologists and technicians wear badges measuring radiation levels in the radiation area.
TRUE
True or False? The National Board for Certifying Occupational Therapy certifies occupational therapy assistants through a national certifying exam. Those who pass the test are awarded the title Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
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 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
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
True or False? The level of education completed often determines job responsibilities. Those with a high school diploma are likely to do lower level work, such as helping clients fill out paperwork. However, assistants with some college education may coordinate program activities or manage a group home.
TRUE
True or False? The movement to license massage therapists began in 1992 when two different organizations developed licensing exams.
TRUE
True or False? There is currently an all-time high demand for massage therapists.
TRUE
True or False? When performing fluoroscopies, radiologic technologists prepare solutions for the patient to drink.
TRUE
