chapter 7

Question 1

healthcare practitioners and technical occupations

Answer 1

broad category category with high educational requirements

Question 2

healthcare support occupations

Answer 2

lower educational requirements and shorter training periods

Question 3

community and social service occupations and personal care and service occupations

Answer 3

healthcare categories

Question 4

who occupies 75% of workers in healthcare

Answer 4

women

Question 5

what are the best known and largest single employer of health workers

Answer 5

hospitals

Question 6

what is the states way of protecting the public from unqualified health practitioners

Answer 6

licensure

Question 7

what are examples of voluntary health agencies

Answer 7

American cancer society
American Heart association
American diabetes association
national foundation-march of dimes

Question 8

why are hospitals identified as long term care facilities

Answer 8

their patients are usually hospitalized for several weeks to months before they are well enough to return to their homes.

Question 9

Desirable traits for people interested in pursuing health careers include

Answer 9

A strong desire to help others A genuine concern for the welfare of patients and clients and The patience and emotional stability to deal with people of diverse backgrounds in stressful situations

Question 10

The demand for healthcare personnel is expected to increase by how much

Answer 10

25-52%

Question 11

what does Maldistribution of health personnel describe

Answer 11

the fact that healthcare workers are not distributed according to the population or health needs in certain geographic areas

Question 12

Dentists

Answer 12

Dentists diagnose and treat problems with teeth and tissues in the mouth, along with giving advice and administering care to help prevent future problems. They provide instruction on diet, brushing, flossing, the use of fluorides, and other aspects of dental care. They remove tooth decay, fill cavities, examine X-rays, place protective plastic sealants on children’s teeth, straighten teeth, and repair fractured teeth.

Question 13

Dentists in private practice

Answer 13

oversee a variety of administrative tasks, including bookkeeping and the buying of equipment and supplies. They may employ and supervise dental hygienists, dental assistants, dental laboratory technicians, and receptionists.

Question 14

Orthodontists

Answer 14

the largest group of specialists, straighten teeth by applying pressure to the teeth with braces or other appliances.

Question 15

Dental schools require _________ for admission

Answer 15

bachelor degree

Question 16

High school and college students who want to become dentists should take courses in

Answer 16

biology, chemistry, physics, health, and mathematics.

Question 17

All dental schools require

Answer 17

applicants to take the Dental Admissions Test (DAT).

Question 18

dental schools award

Answer 18

the degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). Others award an equivalent degree, Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD).

Question 19

Dentistry requires

Answer 19

diagnostic ability and manual skills. Dentists should have good visual memory; excellent judgment regarding space, shape, and color; a high degree of manual dexterity; and scientific ability. Good business sense, self-discipline, and good communication skills are helpful for success in private practice.

Question 20

Maldistribution of health personnel

Answer 20

best describes the fact that healthcare workers are not distributed according to the population or health needs in certain geographic areas.

Question 21

Dental Hygienist

Answer 21

provide preventative care and must have a license in the state that they practice.

Question 22

Dental Assistant

Answer 22

sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment. States have varying requirements for Dental Assistants.

Question 23

Dental Laboratory Technician

Answer 23

no set level of education and need manual dexterity to perform job duties.

Question 24

A career in dentistry is a good choice because

Answer 24

of the number of dentists that will retire.

Question 25

Dental Technician

Answer 25

fill prescription from dentist for crowns bridges dentures and dental prosthetics. Dentists take a mold or impression of the patient’s mouth then send it to this professional to create the product.

Question 26

Endodontist

Answer 26

dental specialist who focuses on complex tooth problems that primarily affect tooth pulp. Tooth “pulp” is what dental providers call the nerves, blood vessels and other tissues deep inside each tooth.

Question 27

Dental Hygienist

Answer 27

clean teeth and provide preventative dental care, they also teach patients how to practice good oral hygiene. Apply pit and fissure sealants

Question 28

Dentist

Answer 28

diagnose and treat problems of teeth and tissues of the mouth and gums.

Question 29

Dental Assistant

Answer 29

perform a variety of patient care, office, and lab duties. They work near the dental chair and hand dentists tools as needed.

Question 30

Orthodontist

Answer 30

is a dental specialty focused on aligning your bite and straightening your teeth. You might need to see this professional if you have crooked, overlapped, twisted or gapped teeth.

Question 31

Periodontist

Answer 31

is a gum specialist. They focus on treating conditions that affect the tissues that support your teeth

Question 32

endotontist

Answer 32

a dental specialist who focuses on complex tooth problems that primarily affect tooth pulp