SGO study guide - med. explorations Flashcards
During prehistoric times, why did diseases such as smallpox and measles not spread rapidly?
small communities and nomadic lifestyles
A person who is treated at a hospital and stays there more than 24 hours is a(n) ________________.
inpatient care
Measures designed to lower healthcare costs are known as ___________________.
cost containment
Which government health plan provides coverage for citizens age 65 and older?
medicare
The basic legal rights held by all U.S. citizens are _______________.
civil rights
The values, behaviors, and standards of conduct related to job performance that enable a health care worker to be trusted by patients and colleagues is ________________.
professionalism
A healthy diet and adequate exercise and rest are ways that health care professionals can care for themselves and reduce _________ .
stress
Because patients can be susceptible to germs and sensitive to strong odors, health care workers must be diligent about ______________________.
personal hygiene and grooming
Active listening requires fully concentrating on the speaker and paying attention to _______________________________.
what they are saying verbally and their body language
Which factor has a primary effect on a family’s ability to access health care services?
finances
Health care professionals need to understand that patients with a different cultural background from their own might _______________________________.
react in different way
Which type of thinking must a health professional use in completing tasks, solving problems, and making decisions?
critical thinking
In a properly functioning team, members coordinate their actions to _____________________.
achieve a common goal
Leadership is the ability to ___________________________________________________.
influence others while working toward a vision or goal
Which portable devices play a role in maintaining electronic patient records?
tablets/smartphones
For what purpose should an office email address be used?
should be used when sending work-related messages
Which ancient languages had a major influence on the medical terminology used today?
Latin/Greek
The suffix - oma refers to a(n) _______________.
tumor or mass
What is the purpose of progress notes?
documents each contact made between any health care professional and the patient
A family history is included in the patient history because _________________________________.
certain disorders/diseases may be inherited
The two systems used to measure temperature are ____________________.
Celsius & Fahrenheit
A number that represents the rate or proportion per 100 parts is a _____________.
percentage
The federal agency that enforces safety and health legislation to protect employees in the workplace is the __________________________________________________.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Body alignment and correct posture, balance, and movement are all part of proper ______________________.
body mechanics
