MAA FINAL Flashcards
What is William Harvey known for?
discovering the circulatory system
What is Albert Sabin known for?
developed the live-virus vaccine for Polio
What is Jonas Salk known for?
developed the first safe and effective injectable vaccine for polio
This type of communicator avoids expressing their feelings or opinions..
passive
this need includes knowledge, curiosity and understanding
cognitive
what defense mechanism allows a person to have various explanations to justify their response
rationalization
this affirmative defense requires the plaintiff to sign informed consent and have knowledge of the procedure and its possible dangers
assumption of risk
This license is granted to a person currently licensed in another state with same or stricter standards
endorsement
what law prohibits a provider from referring Medicare patients for services where the provider has a financial relationship
Stark Law
This act reduced healthcare workers’ exposure risk to bloodborne pathogens
The needlestick safety and prevention act
This act provides punitive damages for intentional employment discrimination
Civil Rights Act of 1991
what activities are part of risk management?
identifying, assessing and controlling risks
what kind of organ donation occurs when they specify the person to receive the donation
directed donation
what is included in osha hazard communication standard
information has to be provided about chemicals in the workplace. The General Duty Clause states that any equipment that can cause a health danger must be considered a hazard.
All chemicals are labeled and have a SDS
Manipulating genetic material in cells to change traits or produce a specific result is called
genetic engineering
