Name that HCP!
A Medical _____________ Technologist investigates specimens taken from the human body, whereas a Medical _____________ Technologist evaluates images and data from diagnostic procedures.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Medical Radiation Technologist
What is "Jurisprudence"? What HCP is it associated with?
It is the e-learning module that tests the knowledge and understanding of the laws, regulations, and practice standards and guidelines that apply to kinesiology in Ontario.
Registered Kinesiologists (R.Kin's)
Under the Chiropractic Act (1991), a Chiropractor can perform the “ …assessment of conditions related to the spine, ______________ and joints”
Nervous system
The Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) of _______ governs Ontario's regulated HCP Colleges.
1991
The external display of one’s gender (eg. appearance, social behaviour) is termed _________________ whereas the internal and individual experience of gender is termed _______________________
Gender Expression
Gender Identity
Jenny is a HCP working at Scarborough General Hospital. This week, she will be teaching her patient how to adapt and adjust their home so they can better perform self-care routines, like getting dressed.
What is Jenny?
Occupational Therapist
What does WSIB stand for? What is it?
The WSIB may cover the costs incurred by which HCP?
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board: Provincial agency that provides support and insurance for workers injured on the job.
Occupational Therapist
A _____________ cannot call themselves a Registered Dietician (RD) and a _______________ cannot call themselves a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Nutritionist
Masseuse
How many osteopathic "sub-disciplines" are there?
Bonus: Name one!
1.Osteo-articular adjustments (manual therapy)
2.Cranial-sacral application (re: bones of the head, spinal cord; membranes and fluid that surround/support the brain, spinal cord)
3.Visceral normalization (assess/treat viscera i.e. organs)
4.Fascial release (manual therapy)
What is the difference between workplace violence and workplace harassment?
Workplace Violence: The exercise/attempt/threat of physical force (that could cause physical injury)
Workplace Harassment: Comments that are unwelcome/inappropriate, aggravating/distressing, or sexual harassment
Name the 2 HCPs (discussed in lecture) for which you need a 4-year Bachelor's Degree with a general 'focus' in that particular field.
Dietician
Registered Kinesiologist
We've spoken about certain HCPs being permitted and competent to perform "controlled acts" under their scope of practice. What is a controlled act?
Bonus: How many are there?
RHPA (1991) defines a controlled act as an activity that can cause harm if it is performed by an unqualified person.
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A Naturopath and _____________ both use natural medicine, whereas a Naturopath and ____________ can both perform spinal manipulations.
Osteopath
• Natural Medicine: Any healing practice that harnesses the power of nature (including the human body’s self‐defense and self‐healing mechanisms) to prevent and cure illness
Chiropractor
A Naturopath is regulated in _____ provinces in Canada.
Bonus: Name 2 provinces
Regulated in 5 provinces (BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario)
Bullying in the workplace is often associated with a _________ imbalance, creating feelings of _________ in the victim.
Power
Inferiority
Bonus: Which one requires the most schooling?
Physician's Assistant (Bachelor or Master)
Pharmacy Technician (2-year College Diploma)
Occupational Therapy Assistant (1.5-2 year Diploma)
Physiotherapist Assistant (1.5-2 year Diploma)
What is "palpation"? What is the purpose of "palpation"? What HCP is it associated with in Ontario?
Palpation:
-A diagnostic skill used to feel or sense the state of tissues/systems
-Involves using sensory aspects of touch: texture, temperature, moisture, motion
-Light, intentional contact
-Specific & deliberate motion
Purpose: Identify issues (eg. congestion, dehydration, scarring, stiffness) & restore proper function to bones, muscles, fluids, organs
Manual Osteopathic Practitioner
Name...
1 non-traditional HCP that is permitted to prescribe medication
1 non-traditional HCP that is permitted to recommend health products
1 non-traditional HCP that is not permitted to prescribe or recommend
Permitted to prescribe: Naturopath
Permitted to recommend: Dietician
Not permitted: Chiropractor, Manual Osteopathic Practitioner, MRT, MLT, PT, OT, PTA/OTA, RMT, RKin
What HCP (discussed in lecture) is the most recent one established as a regulated health profession? When did this happen?
What Act outlines this HCP's scope of practice?
Registered Kinesiologist
April 1, 2013 (Ontario)
The Kinesiology Act of 2007
A Psych-__________ has completed more schooling than a Psych-__________, who has completed more schooling than a Psych-__________, who has completed more schooling than a Social Worker.
Psychiatrist (Medical license)
Psychologist (PhD or equivalent)
Psychotherapist (Masters of equivalent)
Social Worker (Bachelors, optional Masters)
Name 3 HCPs for which you need a Bachelors Degree in addition to specialized schooling.
Medical Doctor (+ 4 years of medical school, + 2-5 years of residency, + 1-2 years of fellowship)
Nurse Practitioner (+ Graduate Degree)
Pharmacist (+ 4 years of Pharmacy School, doctorate)
Naturopath (+ 4 years of Naturopathic Medicine Schooling)
Chiropractor (+ 4 years of Doctor of Chiropractic Degree)
Osteopath, USA (+4 years of Doctor of Osteopathy Degree, +2 years of residency)
Physiotherapist (+ Masters Degree)
Occupational Therapist (+ Masters Degree)
Both ______________ and _______________ are permitted to perform tracheal suctioning.
What is tracheal suctioning?
Medical Radiation Technologist (authorized regulated act)
Physiotherapist (authorized regulated act)
• Tracheal suctioning: removes thick mucus and secretions from the trachea and lower airway that you are not able to clear by coughing
A(n) _____________ can diagnose and rehabilitate, but not prescribe
A(n) _____________ can perform acupuncture, but can't diagnose
A(n) _____________ can explain a diagnosis based on their impression, but is not OHIP-covered
Physiotherapist
Registered Massage Therapist
Registered Kinesiologist
Becoming an OTA/PTA requires the completion of a __________ -year diploma
Becoming a RMT requires the completion of a __________ -year diploma
Becoming a MRT requires the completion of a __________ -year diploma
OTA/PTA = 1.5 - 2
RMT = 2-3
MRT = 3
The Occupational Health & Safety Act outlines roles & responsibilities of employers, supervisors, and workers with respect to workplace violence and harassment. List 2 roles of the employers.
Employers must:
-Comply with OHSA
-Develop and implement occupational health & safety program
-Post a copy of the OHSA in the workplace
-Provide health and safety reports to and cooperate with the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC)
-Take all precautions to protect health and safety of workers
-Ensure protective equipment and materials are maintained in good condition
-Develop and implement policies and programs for workplace violence and harassment