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Health science

health science exam

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“Assessment” is a term used in health care that means gathering facts & 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.
Transitional Care Unit: care and assessment to determine long term needs.
Psychiatric Hospital: care for mental and/or behavioral issues.
Rehab Unit / Hospital: Therapies to regain mental or physical function.
Skilled Nursing Facility: 24 hr nursing services for long term care.
Acupuncture: tiny needles inserted into body’s energy pathways
Chiropractic: relieve pressure on nerves coming from spinal column
Holistic Medicine: all aspects of health 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
The 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.
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