Foundations of Healthcare Test Preparation
Course Introduction
Foundations of Healthcare provides an essential overview of the healthcare system, exploring its history, structures, and key functions. The course introduces students to fundamental concepts such as healthcare delivery models, roles of healthcare professionals, ethical and legal considerations, patient care standards, and the impact of policy and technology on healthcare services. Through case studies and real-world examples, students gain an understanding of the complexities of healthcare systems and the social determinants of health, preparing them for further study and careers in the healthcare field.
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Career Development for Health Professionals 4th Edition by Lee Haroun MA MBA
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Chapter 1: Your Career Starts Now
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Q1) What is the purpose of an informational interview?
A) Learn more about the occupation in which you are interested.
B) Meet someone who will be a reference when you start job hunting.
C) Find a health care facility where you can apply for a job after you graduate.
D) Secure a job you can start after you graduate.
Answer: A
Q2) How does learning to prepare for classroom tests apply to work in health care?
A) Many health care facilities periodically test their employees' knowledge and skills.
B) Everything you do on the job must be done carefully and correctly, just as if it were a test.
C) All health care occupations require passing a state exam.
D) Test-taking skills are included on the National Healthcare Foundation Standards.
Answer: B
Q3) Developing a philosophy of work now will increase your chances of finding satisfaction in your work later.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
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Chapter 2: Your Resume Starts Now
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Q1) When preparing to put together a budget to determine how much you need to earn to cover your living expenses, you should
A) include only your major expenses such as rent and car payments.
B) keep track of as many of your expenses as possible for 2 or 3 months.
C) save time by just estimating what you think you spend.
D) record in detail everything you spend for several months.
Answer: B
Q2) Which statement contains all the elements of a good affirmation?
A) I, Carla, have good study habits.
B) I am a good student.
C) I, Jill, won't put off studying for exams.
D) You can do well in school if you learn to take good notes.
Answer: A
Q3) What is the best interpretation of Henry Ford's quote, "Whether you think that you can, or you can't, you're right"?
A) It's important to make a good first impression.
B) To get good grades, your instructors must believe you can do it.
C) Your opinion of yourself influences how well you do in life.
D) Being rich helps you get what you want.
Answer: C
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Chapter 3: Developing Your Personal Skills
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Q1) A health care worker who feels overworked and experiences physical and emotional exhaustion may be suffering from A) stress.
B) burnout.
C) procrastination.
D) insomnia.
Answer: B
Q2) The belief that serving others is an important part of life is an example of a A) goal.
B) mission.
C) priority.
D) value.
Answer: D
Q3) Which study technique would be most effective for a global/big picture learner who is studying the digestive system?
A) Listen to a taped recording of a class lecture.
B) Start by memorizing the various organs in the system.
C) Get an overview of the system, including its parts and functions.
D) Make flash cards with drawings of the various digestive organs.
Answer: C
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Chapter 4: Strategies for Adult Students
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Q1) Some children enjoy working on their homework along with their parents.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Kelly, age 37, has a number of fears about returning to school that are making her very nervous. What would be her best course of action?
A) Keep her fears to herself.
B) Realize she is silly to have fears at her age.
C) Discuss her fears with someone she trusts.
D) Reconsider her decision to return to school.
Q3) If you have trouble understanding a point an instructor makes during a lecture, your best action is to
A) ask another student to explain what the instructor is saying.
B) make a note to look for the information in your textbook.
C) wait and speak with the instructor after class.
D) ask a question at the time you become confused.
Q4) Which of the following statements is true about most adult students?
A) They tend to learn more slowly than younger students.
B) They may lack the study skills necessary to succeed in school.
C) They have life experiences that support their classroom learning.
D) They have trouble taking tests because of their age.
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Chapter 5: Strategies for English As A Second Language
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Q1) Online grammar checkers and language translation programs are always dependable and correct.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which of the following sentences is written correctly?
A) I have a test tomorrow, and I must be study.
B) I have a test tomorrow, and I must to study.
C) I have a test tomorrow, and I must study.
D) I have a test tomorrow, and I must studied
Q3) Which of the following sentences is written correctly?
A) Although he was in pain, he was cooperative with the nurse.
B) Although he was in pain, but he was cooperative with the nurse.
C) Although he was in pain and he was cooperative with the nurse.
D) Although he was in pain, because he was cooperative with the nurse.
Q4) Speaking with a rhythm that is different from English speech patterns can make your speech difficult to understand.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 6: Strategies for Students with Learning Disabilities
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Q1) If you have a learning disability, the best way to deal with it is to
A) explore alternative ways of mastering new subjects.
B) spend many more hours studying than classmates who are not learning disabled.
C) accept the fact that learning new material is nearly impossible.
D) hide the fact from your instructors and classmates.
Q2) A recommendation for students who have trouble remembering what they read in their textbooks is to
A) not read the book but pay extra attention in class.
B) have someone read the material aloud.
C) read at the last minute before a test.
D) create mental images of the material.
Q3) The best example of good self-advocacy is asking
A) to be excused from doing homework assignments.
B) to be allowed to skip tests because they are too stressful.
C) an instructor for help when you don't understand a reading assignment.
D) to work with other students to complete class assignments.
Q4) If you plan to ask for accommodations to compensate for a learning disability, the disability must be disclosed to a potential employer.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 7: Developing Your Paper Skills I: Intake of Information
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Q1) Instructors often give hints about what will be included on their tests.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which statement describes what students can gain by reading the chapter objectives in their textbooks?
A) Find out what they are expected to learn from the material in the chapters.
B) Learn the meaning of words that appear in the chapter.
C) Understand the author's purpose for writing the chapter.
D) Discover additional resources to help them learn the material.
Q3) The instructor has given the assignment to read a chapter in your textbook. What is the best way to start?
A) Read through the chapter carefully and underline everything you think is important.
B) Quickly look over the chapter, noting new vocabulary and section headings.
C) Read only the chapter summary and review questions.
D) Write an outline of the chapter based on the section headings.
Q4) Informal outlines are the best way to take notes in class.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 8: Developing Your Paper Skills II: Output of Information
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Q1) Your best friend at school has a sick child at home and couldn't study for this week's quiz. She asks you to position your quiz paper on your desk so she can see the answers. What would be the best thing to do?
A) Tell her you can't help her during the quiz because you might get caught.
B) Tell her you can't help her during the quiz because she needs to know the material.
C) Let her see your paper because it wasn't her fault she couldn't study.
D) Let her see your paper only if the quiz doesn't cover really important information.
Q2) Which method is considered the best way to learn the spelling of English words?
A) Learn the spelling rules.
B) Memorize the spelling of new words.
C) Use a spell-checker or dictionary as needed.
D) Learn the rules and then memorize words that don't follow the rules.
Q3) What is the purpose of a bibliography when you are writing a report?
A) It helps you organize your writing.
B) It provides a list of the resources you consulted.
C) It introduces your readers to your topic.
D) It provides an outline of your report.
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Chapter 9: Developing Your Practical Skills
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Q1) Health care workers use both Fahrenheit and Celsius graded thermometers to measure body temperature. Which temperature expressed in Celsius is equivalent to 98.6° F?
A) 32° C
B) 37° C
C) 66.6° C
D) 212° C
Q2) No one can be perfect, so perfection is never expected from health care workers.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Good advice for students who suffer from math anxiety is to
A) avoid taking math classes whenever possible.
B) choose careers that don't require much math.
C) attend all math class sessions and keep up with the homework.
D) accept the fact that math is difficult and that some people just never get it.
Q4) It's a good idea to take a short break if you find yourself really stuck when doing math.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 10: Developing Your People Skills
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Q1) You have been asked to give a presentation to the class on a current health care issue. What is the most important thing you can do to ensure your presentation goes well?
A) Choose a topic you know the audience will enjoy.
B) Use lots of visual aids to make your talk more interesting.
C) Write out everything so you can read your presentation.
D) Practice giving your presentation at least twice.
Q2) Which is the best indication that oral communication has been successful?
A) The two parties spend approximately equal time talking.
B) The speaker has a cheerful, courteous manner.
C) The listener understands the speaker's intended message.
D) The listener paraphrases what she believes the speaker has said.
Q3) When you are part of a team whose members have work styles different from yours, you should
A) acknowledge the advantages of having a variety of approaches to work.
B) make every effort to perform tasks on your own.
C) try to persuade the others to see things your way.
D) choose to work on a team that better matches your work style.
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Chapter 11: Becoming a Professional
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Q1) Part of Jasmine's job is to educate patients recently diagnosed with diabetes about self-care. Which is the most important consideration as she prepares her message?
A) Her knowledge of her subject.
B) How much time she has to spend with the patient.
C) The patient's age and level of education.
D) The seriousness of the patient's condition.
Q2) Which of the following is an example of therapeutic communication?
A) Encouraging a patient to take his medication in a face-to-face interaction
B) Responding to a patient's request for an appointment on the telephone
C) Giving a patient a written instruction sheet with instructions for back exercises
D) Expressing sympathy about a patient's condition
Q3) Mr. Elroy visits Healthwell Clinic for the first time. Which of the following is likely to be his top priority?
A) The décor of the waiting room
B) The friendliness of the staff
C) The educational credentials of the staff
D) The cost of the services
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Chapter 12: Beginning the Job Search
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Q1) Which action best describes how to make use of the Internet for your job search?
A) Limit its use to about 25% of your job-search time and effort.
B) Post your resume on as many websites as possible because the Internet has become the source most employers check when looking for qualified applicants.
C) Use it for most of your job -search activities because it is the most efficient.
D) Use it mostly for networking and meeting people who work in health care.
Q2) The most important reason for creating an inventory of your skills and qualifications before starting your job search is
A) to figure out what kind of job you should apply for.
B) so you can list them on your resume.
C) so you'll know what you have to offer a potential employer.
D) to calculate the salary you should ask for.
Q3) What is the main reason for visiting health care facilities when you don't have an appointment?
A) Present your qualifications to any staff member who is available.
B) Ask if anyone is available for an interview.
C) Inquire about job openings.
D) See if it looks like a place where you would want to work.
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Chapter 13: Finalizing Your Employment Presentation
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Q1) If an employer asks you to fill out an application form, you should
A) leave the form blank and attach your resume.
B) sign the form and attach your resume.
C) complete all sections of the application, except the education and work history.
D) fill in all sections completely or write "N/A" if a question does not apply to you.
Q2) If you put together a portfolio, it is important to
A) make enough copies to send with your resume when responding to employment ads.
B) include only examples of work that best represent you.
C) include as much of your school work as possible to show the range of your skills.
D) use only official documents such as grade transcripts, diplomas, and military service records.
Q3) Which of the following information should be included on your resume?
A) Birth date
B) Social Security number
C) E-mail address
D) Marital status
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Chapter 14: The Interview
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Q1) Which of the following questions is appropriate to ask at a first interview?
A) How will my work be evaluated?
B) When will I get my first raise?
C) What kind of a clinic is this?
D) How long do I work before I can take a vacation?
Q2) Which of the following questions could be used legally when considering an applicant's suitability for a specific job?
A) Race
B) Ability to lift 20 pounds
C) Religion
D) Gender
Q3) The best way to prepare for a behavioral interview is to
A) review your experience in workplace situations that are similar to those you might find in your target job.
B) practice answering traditional interview questions.
C) be sure your portfolio is in good order.
D) mentally inventory the technical skills you bring to the job.
Q4) It's okay to ask employers when they plan to make a hiring decision.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 15: After the Interview
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Q1) Which of the following is inappropriate to disclose when discussing with a classmate how a job interview went?
A) The job didn't sound like what you expected.
B) The facility is located too far from your home.
C) You thought the interviewer was an idiot.
D) The job required skills that aren't your strengths.
Q2) The main purpose of a postinterview self-evaluation is to
A) identify what you did wrong.
B) help you decide whether to accept the job if it is offered.
C) rate the health care facility.
D) help you improve your interview skills.
Q3) Once you are hired, it is legal for the employer to request documentation of your age.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which of the following represents the highest salary?
A) $26,000.00 annually
B) $2300.00 monthly
C) $1000.00 bimonthly (every 2 weeks)
D) $500.00 weekly
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Chapter 16: Success on the Job
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Q1) You notice that a coworker does a procedure differently from the way you learned in school. What should you do?
A) Tell her you believe her technique is incorrect.
B) Report her to the supervisor.
C) Change the way you do the procedure.
D) Check with your supervisor to make sure your technique conforms to the employer's requirements.
Q2) Ali believes he has been treated very unfairly by his supervisor, Mrs. Roy. He has tried unsuccessfully to resolve the issue with Mrs. Roy, so he might consider
A) filing a grievance.
B) filing a malpractice lawsuit.
C) reporting his employer to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
D) reporting the supervisor to the local labor board.
Q3) When you sit down to read technical material you need to learn for your job, it is a good idea to
A) quickly preview the material.
B) read line by line from the beginning so you don't miss anything.
C) skim over the material and ask questions to fill in the facts.
D) look for the information you need and skip the rest.
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Chapter 17: Navigating Your Career
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Q1) Which is the best action to take if you want to leave your current job?
A) Inform your employer that you are looking for another job so he or she has time to find a replacement.
B) Give at least 2 weeks' notice.
C) Use any sick days you have accumulated to update your resume, attend interviews, and do other job-search activities.
D) Quit your job immediately so you can focus on finding a better one.
Q2) The purpose of a decision matrix is to help you
A) solve difficult problems on the job.
B) determine when to change jobs.
C) choose the best way to leave a job.
D) decide among several courses of action.
Q3) Which of the following actions would you recommend that Carl avoid during his performance review with his employer, Dr. Barnes?
A) Complain about the other employees.
B) Ask for feedback about his work.
C) Tell Dr. Barnes how much he enjoys working for her.
D) Ask if there are workshops he might attend to learn more about his job.
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