midterm

Question 1

How is a profession different than a job? Which answer is most closely fitted to a profession
A. One can enter the field relatively easily but must complete CEU
B. A profession has better pay & benefits
C. A profession requires special, usually advanced education, knowledge, & skill
D. A profession is a job recognized by the US Dept of Labor due to its stringent educational requirements

Answer 1

C. A profession requires special, usually advanced education, knowledge, and skill

Question 2

T/F The public expects a professional to commit to the profession as a life long endeavor

Answer 2

True

Question 3

T/F In a professional group the public expects a professional to place the needs of the entire group above the needs of the individual patient

Answer 3

False

Question 4

What are the prerequisites for professionalism?

2 things are needed

Answer 4

Knowledge & Skill

Question 5

T/F The AARC promotes a spirit of individuality and creativity amongst its practioners therefore creative forms of expression such as hair, dress, and tattoos are encouraged.

Answer 5

False

Question 6

Which organization sets the standards for respiratory care?

Answer 6

AARC

Question 7

Name 3 things a professional organization such as the AARC can do for its members?

Answer 7

Advocacy
Resources
Professional Network

Question 8

A new intervention that is being trialed for interdisciplinary corroboration and support is called?

Answer 8

IPACC- Integrating palliative and critical care

Question 9

What is the goal of IPACC?

Answer 9

To teach ICU clinicians basic palliative care skills and prioritize its importance

Question 10

Name the 4 types of communicator.

Answer 10

Controller/Director
Analyzer/Thinker
Supporter/Relator
Socializer/Promoter

Question 11

Someone who dislikes change,values acceptance and stability; has an easygoing style but sensitivity; they may be slow with big decisions; which type of communicator would they be?

Answer 11

Supporter/Relator

Question 12

Values getting job done right and is a risk taker. They are not shy but private, they are good at delegating and come across strong in conversation

Answer 12

Controller/Director

Question 13

This person is probably an introvert, they prefer to work alone, they are cautious, logical, and thrifty; they value accuracy in details and being right

Answer 13

Analyzer/thinker

Question 14

This person is flexible, but bored with routine, they may seem talkative and open about self, they are creative, intuitive, sometimes spontaneous, an optimisst

Answer 14

Promoter/Socializer

Question 15

What is the maximum number of pages a resume should have?

Answer 15

2

Question 16

T/F: It is acceptable to include your references on your resume

Answer 16

False, you want the employer to call you not your friends

Question 17

T/F: The following objective statement would be acceptable: I’m looking to secure a job that would provide a rewarding and lucrative career.

Answer 17

False

Question 18

T/F Sending a photo of oneself with the resume may help ones prospects due to the addition of a photo seeming more personal to the recruiter.

Answer 18

False

Question 19

When recruiters look at a job applicant which item is more important: achievements or potential

Answer 19

Potential

Question 20

How many other people should a resume be read by before submitting for a job opening?

Answer 20

Minimum of two others

Question 21

Name the elements that must be present (not optional) and they are the key elements of a resume:

a. name & address, phone number
b. objective
c. education
d. work experience
e. volunteer work
f. Skills
g. Achievements
h. references
i. all are required

Answer 21

name, address, phone number
education
work experience
a, c, d

Question 22

The two types of resume styles are _________ and _______.

Answer 22

chronological and functional

Question 23

What type of words are the most effective on a resume?

you want to use ______ _______.

Answer 23

Action verbs

Question 24

This type of resume will emphasize your demonstrated abilities first, then your work experience. Functional or Chronological

Answer 24

Functional

Question 25

The ideal lenght of the resume is ____ pages.

Answer 25

1 page