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Health Science EOC

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“Assessment” is a term used in health care that means: gathering facts and information
When collecting information about a patient, which term best describes the results of diagnostic tests, measurements, and observations made by health care professionals? signs
When a person is licensed in a health care profession, this means that he or she: is granted permission to legally perform specific acts.
Which of the following describes one of the primary responsibilities of local health departments? Inspect and regulate the services that affect public health
Which statement best describes the meaning of complementary medicine? Used together with Traditional Western Medicine
Which of the following best describes palliative care? comfort and pain control
assisted living housing, meals, help with personal care
cardiac care unit specialized care/equipment for patients with serious heart conditions
continuing care community variety of living arrangements from individual to regular nursing
emergency room care for seriously ill or injured people
general unit care for seriously injured or ill people who need constant care
hospice care and support for dying patients
intensive care unit specialized care for seriously ill/injured patients
intermediate care facility personal care, social services and nursing as needed
traditional care unit care and assessment to determine long term needs
psychiatric hospital care for mental and/or behavioral issues
rehab unit/ therapies to regain mental or physical function
skilled nursing facility 24 hr nursing services for long term care
acupuncture tiny needles inserted into bodys energy pathways
chirpractic relieve pressure on nerves coming from spinal column
holistic medicine all aspects of healthcare are considered when treating
homeopathy small doses that cause symptoms can cure disease
massage therapy pressure on muscles increases blood circulation and healing
osteopathy body can protect itself if the musculoskeletal system is in good condition
reflexology pressure points in the feet
therapeutic touch hands moved just above the surface of the body to direct energy flow
Every health care professional is likely to face occasional ethical dilemmas, which have: no clear answers
Health care professionals should be familiar with the code of ethics for their occupational area in order to: know standards of behavior for their occupations.
The term “euthanasia” means: deliberate actions that result in death.
Which of the following patient care examples is both legal and demonstrates respect for a patient’s autonomy? Refuse a treatment even if it will negatively affect their health.
Which of the following is an example of implied consent? Patient makes and appointment and shows up for it.
What does the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protect? Patient’s private health information.
Advance Directive: Written instructions prepared by patient to be followed if incapacitated
Agent acts on behalf of another.
Assault procedure performed whether the patient wants it or not. “For their own good.”
Battery Healthcare worker touches patient or performs a task without patient’s permission
Breach of Contract: failure to do what is agreed upon in the contract.
Confidentiality right to privacy
Contract formalized promises enforceable by law.
Defamation of Character: act of harming one’s reputation.
Durable Power of Attorney: Patient designates a specific person to act on behalf of them for healthcare decisions
Express Consent: written consent
False Imprisonment: held against their will.
Fraud cheating or trickery
Implied Consent: consent through behaviors and cooperation.
Informed Consent: consent given after an explanation.
Libel Writing untrue or damaging things about someone
Living Will: Advanced directive that outlines types of treatment the patient wants / doesn’t want.
Slander Saying untrue or damaging things about someone.
The phrase “human development” refers to physical or emotional development?: increased intellectual skills, increased social skills, and increased coping skills. NOT increase in height
Erikson’s stages of psychosocial development are based on the theory that: Conflicts must be resolved for growth to happen.
An important task of the health care professional who provides care to dying patients is to: be willing to listen to their stories.
premium amount paid by the customer to the insurance in exchange for coverage
copay amount patients who are covered must pay themselves for healthcare services
ppo group of healthcare professionals who offer benefit packages
medicaid state administered program to pay healthcare costs for low income/disabled
deductible amount to be paid by insured before benefits become payable
coinsurance cost sharing provision where insured pays a percentage of the costs
main cause of medical errors poorly coordinated care
best def of charting records observations and information about patients
dyspnea difficulty breathing
ADLs activities of daily breathing
tachycardia increased HR
apical pulse sthethoscope used for highest part of the heart
hypertension elevated blood pressure
afebrile no fever
cheyne-stokes breathing patterns with anywhere from 10-60 seconds of no breathing
bradypnea decreased respiratory rate
exhalation air being expelled from the lungs
sphygmomanometer instrument used to measure blood pressure
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