Chapter Two: Professionalism Flashcards
appearance
outward or visible persona that a person gives to other individuals
attitudes
behave somewhat arrogantly or disrespectfully showing off your ego
behaviors
a term used to describe professional characteristics or attitudes that are expected in particular professions
biases
a person’s slant toward a particular belief
confidential
being prudent and conscious, revealed in confidence; secret information-especially in regard to speech
continuing education
education designed to further skills and knowledge in a specific field. In some careers it is required to maintain certification or licensure
critical thinking
using deductive reasoning to examine a problem or issue from a variety of different angles in order to arrive at the most appropriate conclusion and using that information in order to guide behaviors
diversity
understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences
empathetic
put yourself in another person’s shoes; think about what is best for the patient
feedback
information about a person’s performance of a task or skill which is used as a basis for improvement
initiative
a willingness to get things done and take responsibility; take charge
innate
characteristics that are inherent or natural, while others must be learned
integrity
doing the right thing in a reliable way; having a moral compass
organized
having one’s matters in order to deal with them efficiently
prejudices
preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience
prioritize
arranging in order of importance
punctual
doing something at the agreed or proper time; on time
resiliency
ability to overcome challenges such as trauma, tragedy, personal crises, and life problems- and bounce back stronger and wiser with a greater sense of self-esteem
self-awareness
an awareness of one’s own personality or uniqueness
self-confidence
how you feel about your abilities, believing in oneself and assured
team player
works cooperatively with a group of people
time management
an assortment of skills, tools, and practices used to manage time during daily activities and when accomplishing specific projects
work ethic
set of values held by employees of performing work for a moral good
