Healthcare Exam
Which disease caused a pandemic in 1918-1920?
The correct answer is: Influenza
Which statement best describes the difference between inpatient and outpatient care?
The correct answer is: Inpatients stay in the facilit
All of these important advancements happened during the Renaissance. Which of them most directly impacted the widespread availability of medical knowledge?
The correct answer is: Invention of printing press
The correct answer is:
The correct answer is: Joseph Lister
Which current medical advance would be most closely associated with Roentgen's discovery?
The correct answer is: MRI scans
Which of these people made a discovery that led to the treatment of cancer with radioactive isotopes?
The correct answer is: Marie Curie
Which of these would be an example of defensive medicine?
The correct answer is: Ordering MRI for teen with headache and no other injury or symptoms
Which of these would be an example of providing palliative care?
The correct answer is: Pain medication given at end of life
Which of these time periods had the most rapid growth in the knowledge of medicine? Select one:
The correct answer is: Renaissance
Which of these time periods had the most rapid growth in knowledge of medicine?
The correct answer is: RenaissanceWhich of these important people was associated with cleanliness in surgery?
Aunt Sally is 78 years old and has just been discharged from the hospital after having a stroke . Aunt Sally needs physical therapy, speech therapy, and needs an IV to get antibiotics for another week. Aunt Sally does not have family available to care for her during the week because they work outside the home. Based on what you know, what is the best choice for Aunt Sally at this time?
The correct answer is: Skilled Nursing Facility (Extended Care)
Which is true about the cost of generic medications?
The correct answer is: They cost less than name brand because the company did not do the research and development.
In following chain of command in a hospital, who should you first take a problem to?
The correct answer is: Your immediate supervisor - just above you
Dr. William Morton and Dr. James Simpson made important discoveries in 1846 and 1847 involving the use of what?
The correct answer is: anesthesia
Which medical development were Banting & Best known for?
The correct answer is: diabetes treatment
In long term care facilities, the people who live there are called
The correct answer is: residents
Which of these words refers to drilling a hole in the skull to relieve pressure?
The correct answer is: trephination
Which of these is an accidental discovery made by Wilhelm Roentgen?
The correct answer is: x-rays
Which of these was an accidental discovery that changed medicine overnight?
The correct answer is: x-rays
Barber-surgeons, circulation of the heart, invention of microscope, apothecaries
17th century
Many advances; Edward Jenner developed vaccine for smallpox, Fahrenheit invented thermometer, tube feeding was introduced, bifocals were invented, first successful C-section in US - both mom and baby survived.
18th century
Vaccine for Smallpox, bifocals, thermometer
18th century
Much advancement during this era; Florence Nightingale started nursing schools, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross, anesthesia was discovered.
19th century
Incredible advances during this era; Penicillin was discovered, polio vaccine was developed, structure of DNA discovered.
20th century
Also called nursing homes, they take care of people who are unable to do some of their own ADL's (activities of daily living)
Residential Care Facilities
Which current medical advance would be most closely associated with Watson and Crick's discovery?
The correct answer is: Gene therapy
First Written health care records
Ancient Egyptian
Aqueducts, sewers, hospitals, army doctors
Ancient Romans
he study of medicine really began to take off during the Renaissance. Galen's inaccurate drawings were corrected by_____he Father of Anatomy. Other advances in anatomy were made by ____who figured out the circulatory system of the lungs and____who determined the circulation to and from the heart_____ was a French Barber-surgeon who made advances in surgical techniques and was called the Father of Modern Surgery.
Andreas Vesalius,Michael Servetus,William Harvey,Ambroise Pare
here were advances in technology as well. The invention of the printing press helped bring this new medical knowledge to many more people. The microscope capable of magnifying over 200x was developed by_____in the 1600's and thermometer was invented by___in the 1700's. At the end of the 1700's, a huge advance in public health was made by_____with the first vaccination - against smallpox.
Anton van Leeuwenhoek,Gabriel Fahrenheit,Edward Jenner
Relaxation therapy that uses monitoring devices to help decrease heart rate & blood pressure
Biofeedback
There is a growing number of influenza cases in the Midwest that are not responding to medications.
CDC - Center for Disease Control
There are several federal health care agencies in our country. If we had a severe outbreak of plague in Nebraska, the____would likely investigate and contain it quickly. ______would give vaccines to prevent further spread. If the current medication given for the plague began causing severe side effects, the _____might recall it. The_____ could respond by researching more effective medications for the future. If the disease began to spread throughout the world, the ____would get involved and make sure people in other countries had vaccines.
CDC,State Health Departments,FDA,NIH,WHO
Humane Society, American Red Cross
Charity
Founded the American Red Cross
Clara Barton
% of your bill after deductible, that you must pay.
Coinsurance
Specific $ amount of money paid for a particular service - paid to the health care provider as part of your cost of the visit
Copay
How much the insurance company will pay for your bills
Coverage
Which of the following statements is the best example of a Mission Statement for a Hospice?
The correct answer is: Helping people live their last days with comfort and peace.
Vaccine for Smallpox
Edward Jenner
A medical device has caused patient injuries and needs to be recalled
FDA - Food & Drug Administration
Walmart, Apple, Chevrolet
For Profit
Baptist Health Hospital
General Hospital
VA - Veterans Administration Medical Center
Government Hospital
Approximately 1350-1650 - human dissection allowed; Servetus, Harvey, and Vesalius made contributions.
Renaissance
Provide care for people who have a 6 month or less life expectancy
Hospice
Provide meals, laundry, and someone to check on a person - resident provides own ADL's and may even drive.
Independent Living Facility
There were many new developments in medicine during the 1900's and early 2000's. The first one, in 1900, was the discovery of ABO blood groups by________A huge accidental discovery happened in 1928, when______discovered penicillin. In the 1930's, ________the "Father of Psychology/Psychiatry, was talking to people about their feelings." Funding by the original "March of Dimes" led to ________developing the first vaccine for polio.
Karl Landsteiner,Alexander Fleming,Sigmund Freud,Jonas Salk
Boiling kills microorganisms, vaccine for Rabies
Louis Pasteur
Dissection allowed, printing press invented
Renaissance
Vicci is 2 years old and is in foster care. She needs dental work on decayed teeth.
Medicaid
Julie lives in Arkansas with her two small children. She has a very low income, and is pregnant so she qualifies for_____Her children are both on____and receive health care and dental benefits. These programs are run by the ____government even though they get funding from both state and federal sources. Julie's grandmother, Maxine, receives____because she is over 65. It is funded by the ______government.
Medicaid,ARKids,state,Medicare,federal
Bernice is a 83 year old who needs skilled nursing rehab after her recent stroke.
Medicare
Covers the 20% extra of part A - premiums are charged unless the person also has medicaid.
Medigap
Therapy that teaches breathing and muscle relaxation to quiet the mind
Meditation
Drag the person to the correct time period. [Rhazes] [William Harvey] [Edward Jenner] [Florence Nightingale] [Marie Curie]
Middle Ages Renaissance 1700's - 18th century 1800's - 19th century 1900's - 20th century
The number of heart attacks in women seems to be growing - research is needed into why.
NIH - National Institute of Health
Baptist Hospital, Public school
Nonprofit
There is an increase in accidents at an industrial plant.
OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration
The "Father of Medicine," his oath is still used by new physicians.
The correct answer is: Hippocrates
Everyone over 65 gets this part - no premium - it pays 80% of hospital costs.
Part A
Granny is 78 years old and has Medicare - parts A, B, D and Medigap. She fell and broke her hip and had to go to the hospital._______would cover 80% of her hospital costs. Granny could not afford the other 20%, so she was glad she had _____ insurance policy. When Granny was released from the hospital, she needed pain medications, which were covered by ______ insurance policy. When Granny was released from the hospital, she needed pain medications, which were covered by ____ insurance policy. When Granny was released from the hospital, she needed pain medications, which were covered by _____.
Part A,medigap,Part D,Part B
Medicare part that pays for outpatient services - doctors offices, and medical equipment.
Part B
Medicare part that pays for medications.
Part D
Improved conditions for mentally il
Phillipe Pinel
Contract between you and the insurance company - explains what they will pay and your responsibilities
Policy
Amount you pay the insurance company for coverage - usually monthly
Premium
Applying pressure to points on the foot to promote healing
Reflexology
Ancient Japanese/Tibetan healing touch dealing with energy fields called chakras
Reiki
Arkansas Children's Hospital
Specialty Hospital
steps of drug development in order:
Step 1 - [NIH or other research facility begins research] Step 2 - [One compound selected for further research] Step 3 - [Lab tests with selected compounds] Step 4 - [FDA approval for human testing] Step 5 - [Three phase human testing] Step 6 - [Approval by FDA to manufacture & sell]
Anesthesia first became available in the 1900's (20th century).
The correct answer is 'False'.
DRG is a method where a doctor can examine a patient over video.
The correct answer is 'False'.
Race/ethnicity percentages in graduating doctors is approximately the same as that of the general population.
The correct answer is 'False'.
There are equal numbers of men and women graduating from nursing school.
The correct answer is 'False'.
Ignaz Semmelweiz found a way to decrease infections after childbirth.
The correct answer is 'True'.
Imhotep is considered the first physician.
The correct answer is 'True'.
In the DRG system, payment from the insurance company to the health care provider is based on patient diagnosis.
The correct answer is 'True'.
When a new drug is invented, how long is it before generic versions of the drug can be sold?
The correct answer is: 20 years
Which of these best explains the term "complementary" therapy?
The correct answer is: A type of CAM used in addition to traditional medical treatment
Which of these is the best definition of a charity?
The correct answer is: An organization that relies mainly on donations for funding and volunteers for workers
Author of the first anatomy book (De humani corporis fabrica (On the Fabric of the Human Body)) and considered the "Father of Anatomy."
The correct answer is: Andreas Vesalius
Which infectious disease wiped out up to ¾ of some populations in Europe during the Middle Ages?
The correct answer is: Black Plague
At the very top of the organizational chart for hospitals is the
The correct answer is: Board of Directors
This culture is believed to be the first to record pharmacopeia (medication info - how to make and use to treat).
The correct answer is: Chinese
Which of these people was most associated with advancing women's rights in medical education?
The correct answer is: Elizabeth Blackwell
Which of these government agencies is responsible for safety in United States foods and medications?
The correct answer is: FDA
A doctor of gladiators and kings, he was considered the expert on human anatomy for 1000 years. He was, however, incorrect on much of his work since it was based on animal anatomy. Select one:
The correct answer is: Galen
Lt. Jones, who is just back from deployment in Iran, has a respiratory infection.
Tricare
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
University or college medical center
Provide after hours care for problems not needing emergency room
Urgent Care Facility
Mr. Smith, a 59 year old who was in the army for 20 years, needs hip replacement surgery.
VA
Lack of food and water is causing deaths among young infants in Africa.
WHO - World Health Organization
Accidentally discovered x-rays
Wilhelm Roentgen
Joe is injured lifting boxes while working at Home Depot.
Workers Compensation
Hindu discipline that uses concentration, position, and ritual movements to balance the life energy and improve body
Yoga
Approximately 400-800 AD - occurred after the fall of the Roman Empire - practice of medicine prohibited - illness was punishment from God.
dark ages
Lab tech, radiology tech, physician, respiratory therapist
diagnostic,
central supply worker, cafeteria worker, housekeeping, maintenance
environmental/ support staff
Admissions worker, receptionist, medical records clerk, insurance-biller
informational
