Healthcare Careers
What healthcare professional cares for premature and critically ill newborns?
NICU Nurse
What is the first phone number you should call in a serious emergency?
911
What hospital department treats life-threatening emergencies?
Emergency Department (ER)
What law protects patient medical information?
HIPAA
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
What healthcare professional helps patients regain movement after an injury or surgery?
Physical Therapist
What device analyzes heart rhythms and can deliver a shock if needed?
AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
What medical drama did we watch clips and episodes from this year?
Chicago Med or Good Doctor
What organization helps protect workers by enforcing workplace safety rules?
OSHA
What does the "R" in CPR help provide to the body?
Blood flow (oxygen-rich blood circulation)
What healthcare professional specializes in bones, joints, and muscles?
Orthopedic Surgeon
What medication is used during a severe allergic reaction?
Epinephrine (EpiPen)
What skill is essential for healthcare workers when speaking with patients and families?
Communication
What organization tracks diseases and public health trends in the United States?
CDC
Name one of the Six Domains of Healthcare Quality.
Safe, Effective, Patient-Centered, Timely, Efficient, or Equitable
What healthcare professional assists physicians and can diagnose and treat patients under supervision?
Physician Assistant (PA)
What should you check first before helping an injured person?
Scene Safety
What document allows healthcare providers to record a patient's symptoms, treatments, medications, and progress?
Medical Record (Electronic Health Record/EHR)
What type of waste container should be used for used needles?
Sharps container
What term describes respecting and understanding people from different backgrounds and beliefs?
Cultural Competence (or Cultural Awareness)
What healthcare professional uses imaging technology such as X-rays to help doctors diagnose injuries and illnesses?
Radiologic Technologist (X-ray Technician)
What are the two main actions performed during CPR?
Chest Compressions and Breaths
Name one ethical challenge healthcare workers may face.
Accept reasonable answers: patient privacy, end-of-life decisions, informed consent, fairness in treatment, etc.
What does PPE stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
In healthcare, what is care coordination?
Organizing healthcare services so patients receive the right care from the right providers at the right time.