questions & correct answers graded A+
when using a fire extinguisher, at which part of the fire should the nozzle be
aimed? - correct answer ✔✔The nozzle should be aimed at the base.
what is the first step to take if a person is receiving an electrical shock? - correct
answer ✔✔first step is to turn off the main source of power.
what is the purpose of using a triage system? - correct answer ✔✔prioritizing
patient care based on medical conditions
if you are feeling overwhelmed by the idea of writing a term paper that is due in
five weeks, a good strategy is to: - correct answer ✔✔break it into tasks that can
be completed during each of the next five weeks.
how long must one wait after having the last sexual contact before the results of a
test for HIV are reliable? - correct answer ✔✔6 months
what is the most likely reaction of patients who hear health care professionals
complain about their working conditions. - correct answer ✔✔loss of confidence
in their care
what is the first thing to do if you are unsure about how to request a personal
leave day from work? - correct answer ✔✔look in the employee manual
, describe or explain the concept of lifelong learning? - correct answer ✔✔all
purposeful learning activities, both formal and informal, that take place
throughout our lives
the increase in medical specialization has led to the need for all health care
professionals to: - correct answer ✔✔fully develop their teamwork skills
why is the term "minority group" no longer very effective in describing certain
ethnic groups in the united states today - correct answer ✔✔these groups now
make up a significant percentages of the total population
the main characteristics of traditional western medicine as practiced by the
majority of physicians in the united states is the: - correct answer ✔✔use of
scientific methods
communication is considered to be successful when: - correct answer ✔✔the
message is correctly interpreted by the receiver.
the best way to respond to a patient who jokes about being an "Old cripple" due
to injuries suffered in a car accident is to: - correct answer ✔✔Listen carefully to
determine whether there is a contradictory message
what is the best course of action when performing a procedure on a patient
whose condition causes a strong, unpleasant odor - correct answer ✔✔be sure
your facial expression communicates caring and reassurance.
when should a report contain a well written conclusion? - correct answer ✔✔all
reports should contain a well written conclusion