Healthcare Career
Will jobs in the health professions increase or decrease in the coming decade?
Increase!
Define empathy.
The act of trying to understand the world from someone else's perspective
Which vitamin is needed to assist with blood clotting?
Vitamin K
True/False: Most job opportunities are advertised somewhere (on the internet, company's website, etc.).
False
When should a cover letter be sent?
Whenever a résumé is sent
What term is used when someone has met certain professional requirements?
Certification
According to our book, what is a likely outcome when patients hear health professionals complain about their job?
Patients lose confidence in their health care.
Name 2 of the top 3 causes of death that are impacted by a person's lifestyle in the United States .
1st: Heart/cardiovascular disease
2nd: Cancer
3rd: Stroke
What is the first step of a job search process?
Identify your qualifications.
What is the first step in the five-step problem solving process?
Identify the problem
What is the goal of diagnostic careers?
To determine the cause of an illness
Why should health care professionals avoid wearing perfume?
Some patients may be allergic to the scent.
Should all cholesterol be avoided?
No, a small amount of cholesterol is needed for several body functions.
What is the primary purpose of a résumé?
To persuade an employer to interview you
Which mineral is needed for nerve function and muscle contraction?
Potassium
What phrase is used to describe all tasks that can legally be performed as part of a specific health profession?
Scope of practice
Explain what "caring competence" means.
A type of professionalism used in health care that refers to providing the best care/service possible with compassion.
What is one way to improve blood circulation to reduce stress?
Muscle relaxation
Which type of résumé is best to emphasize someone's work history?
A chronological résumé
What is the #1 most helpful resource for helping college graduates find a job?
College/University career office
What word collectively describes the objective measurements, diagnostic test results, and observations that health care professionals use to assess a patient?
Signs
How can health professionals show their understanding of what an appropriate relationship is with patients?
They should focus on helping patients achieve maximum wellness above trying to please them/be their friend.
What is another word to describe a physical reaction to a real or perceived danger?
Stress
Where can skills clusters be found?
On a functional résumé
When is a carbohydrate considered a bad carbohydrate?
When it is high in calories but low in nutrients