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1
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What does HSTE stand for?

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Health Science Technology Education

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2
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A HSTE can prepare a high school student for?

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Immediate employment in a related field

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3
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An associates degree is awarded by a college or university following a…

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2 year course of study

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4
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Health Care workers employed in rural areas or smaller facilities are often..

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Multi skilled workers

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5
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_____ are health care workers who collect blood for testing

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Phlebotomist

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A degree that takes 1-2 years after getting a Bachelors is a…

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Masters degree

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7
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A person who operates heart lung machines during surgery are…

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Perfusionist

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8
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Medical assistant requires a ____ degree

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Associates

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9
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Psychiatrist and psychologists differ because…

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Psychiatrists are physicians

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10
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____ use ultrasound to diagnose heart conditions

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Echocardiographers

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11
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Ophthalmologists

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Medical doctors who treat diseases and disorders of the eye

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12
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____ study cells, fibers, & other evidence for crime scene investigations

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Forensic scientist

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13
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Dental specialist who replaces natural teeth with artificial

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Prosthodontics

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14
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Someone who organizes, manages, & assumes business risk

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Entrepreneurs

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15
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Use ultrasound to diagnose disorders of blood vessels

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Vascular technologist

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16
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Long term care facilities authorized to administrate medication to patients

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Medication aides

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17
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Medical specialist who treats disorders of the skin

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Dermatologist

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18
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Obtained to maintain certification or licensure in most fields

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Continuing education units (CEUs)

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19
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Specialize in diseases of children

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Pediatrician

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20
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Specialized in medical treatment of elderly

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Gerontologist

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21
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Medical specialist who treats diseases of female reproductive system

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Gynecologist

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22
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Medical specialist who treats tumors and cancer

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Oncologist

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23
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Specialize in treatment of disorders of muscle and bones

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Orthopedist

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24
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Medical specialist who treats diseases of digestive system

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Gastroenterologist

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25
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Track diseases as they occur in a group of people and develops control methods

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Epidemiologists

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26
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Stock, maintain equipment and supplies in facility

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Central supply worker

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27
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Study human behavior and help people live with everyday life

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Psychologist

28
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Organize and code patient information

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Health information technician

29
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Operate machine to record electric activity in brain

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Electroencephalographic technician

30
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Manage operations of health care facility

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Health care administration

31
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Dispense medication and information on drugs

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Pharmacist

32
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Use recreation for treatment

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Recreational therapist

33
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Abbreviation for recreational therapist

A

TR

34
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Works under dentist to remove stains and deposits on teeth

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Dental hygienist

35
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Alignment in teeth

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Orthodontist

36
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Nurse assistant in long term care facilities

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Geriatric assistant

37
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Assess nutritional needs of people and mange food service systems

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Dietician

38
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Provide care to people with hearing problems

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Audiologist

39
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Doctor of medicine abbreviation

A

MD

40
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Abbreviation for Doctor of dental surgery

A

DDS

41
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Paramedic abbreviation

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EMT-P

42
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What does OTJ stand for?

A

On the job

43
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OT

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Occupational therapist

44
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Clinical Laboratory Scientist

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CLS

45
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CNM

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Nurse midwife

46
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How quickly does it take for someone to form a first impression?

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20 seconds- 4 minutes

47
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What kind of uniform does a HC worker generally need to wear?

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Scrubs. Neat, well fitting, no wrinkles

48
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Jewelry

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No long jewelry, watch, wedding ring or studded earrings are okay

49
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Shoes?

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Closed toed
Non-absorbent
White, usually

50
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Personal hygiene

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No body odor 
No perfume 
Shower daily
Oral hygiene 
Clean undergarments
51
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Nails

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No bright colors
Short and clean
Natural

52
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Hair

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Clean and neat

Long hair pinned back

53
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Makeup/ tattoos

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Visible tattoos can distract from professional look

Natural minimal makeup

54
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Clothing

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Clean and neat

Freedom of movement

55
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Empathy

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Understand another’s feelings or situation. Caring about others.

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Honesty

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Truthfulness and integrity. Others must be able to trust you.

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Dependability

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Good attendance. Reliability. Accept responsibilities.

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Willingness to learn

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Adapt to changes. Up to Learning new things all the time.

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Patience

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Controlled temper. Deal with frustration.

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Acceptance of criticism

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People may criticize you, do not be resentful and learn from mistakes

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Enthusiasm

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Positivity. Encourage others.

62
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Self motivation

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Set goals with no procrastination

63
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Tact

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Do things in difficult situations.

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Competence

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Capable of performing tasks correctly and following instructions

65
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Responsibility

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Held accountable for actions, people can rely on you, do what you are supposed to do

66
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Discretion

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Good judgement on what you say and do. Be discreet and quiet about people’s information

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Team Player

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Work well with others, do your part

Medical Procedures/Professions Mitchell (13 decks)

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