Unit 3 Review Flashcards
5 factors that contribute to good health
Diet Rest Exercise Good postive Avoid use of tobacco, alcohol and drugs
13 personal characteristics of a health care worker
Empathy Honesty Dependability Willingness to learn Patience Enthusiasm Self-motivation Tact Competence Responsibility Discretion Team player Acceptance of criticism
3 basic requirements for the appearance
Neat
Well fitting
Clean
Free from wrinkles
3 basic rules for shoes
White shoes Fit well Provide good support Avoid wearing tennis shoes or sandals If have shoe laces you should replace them frequently
3 ways to control body odor
A daily bath or shower
Use of deodorant or antiperspirant
Good oral hygien
Clean undergarments
3 why the nails must be kept short and clean
They can injure patients
Transmit germs
Can tear or puncture gloves
Flash of bright color might bother patients
Color can conceal any dirt that may collect under nails
Teamwork
Many professionals with different levels of education, ideas, backgrounds, and interests working together for the benefit of the patient
Democratic
Encourages the participation of all individuals in decisions that have to be made or problems that have to be solved. Listens to the opinions of others and then bases decisions on what is best for the group as a whole
Laissez-faire
Believes in noninterference in the affairs of others. Strive for only minimal rules or regulations allows other to function in an independent mannar.
Autocratic
Maintains total rule makes all the decisions
Stress
The body’s reaction to any stimulus that requires a person to adjust to a changing environment
Four step plan
Stop
Breathe
Reflect
Choose
7 steps of an effective management plan
Analyze and prioritize Take credit for a job well down Identify habits and preferences Plan your work Schedule tasks Make a daily to do list Avoid distractions
Short term goals
Take days, weeks, or months to accomplish
Long term goals
Achievements that may take a period of years or even a lifetime to accomplish
