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CAHIMS 1-12 / Comprehensive Q&A For
Certification Success
Multivariant statistical analysis is an example of public health methodology for-
correct-answer-data analysis
usually provide an apartment or private room that becomes the person's
permanent residence. The individual maintains some degree of independence but
in a monitored environment.-correct-answer-Assisted living facilites
Which of the following types of nurse requires a master's degree in nursing?-
correct-answer-Certified registered nurse anesthetist
In the SOAP process, all aspects of the patient's plan of care are addressed in a
single, final stage. How many steps of the nursing process address different
aspects of the plan of care?-correct-answer-3
a nongovernmental, nonprofit agency, is the nation's oldest and largest standards-
setting and accrediting body in healthcare.-correct-answer-Joint Commission
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In which type of setting would an occupational nurse most likely found?-correct-
answer-a hazardous worksite
How are medical diagnoses different from nursing diagnoses?-correct-answer-
Medical diagnoses refer to diseases, such as cancer.
What is the main difference between certification and licensure in healthcare?-
correct-answer-Only licensure allows a clinician to legally practice in the issuing
state.
is a private acute care hospital that provides the same basic services as those
provided by community hospitals. (HMO patients)-correct-answer-Managed care
hospitals are
The chief operating officer (COO) reports to the chief executive officer (CEO).-
correct-answer-True
The continuum of care can be defined as the provision of care for a particular
episode of care beginning with diagnosis or onset until return to normal function.-
correct-answer-True
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A small country where the entire population has access to healthcare facilities
owned and operated by the government and funded by a tax on citizens is an
example of what kind of healthcare system model?-correct-answer-Public
healthcare system model
Which of the statements about epidemiology is false?-correct-answer-
Epidemiology is a qualitative science built around concepts of probability and
statistics.
Epidemiology is not a qualitative science. It is a quantitative science built around
concepts of probability and statistics.
Who is the elected head of the medical staff at a typical hospital?-correct-answer-
Chief of staff
The World Health Organization (WHO) adopted a definition of health that has not
been amended since 1948--correct-answer-"Health is a state of complete
physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or
infirmity."
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healthcare services performed by clinicians who are responsible for addressing
the patient's overall healthcare needs, establishing and maintaining a sustained
relationship with the patient within the realm of family and community.-correct-
answer-Primary Care
treatment by specialists to whom a patient has been referred by a primary care
provider.-correct-answer-secondary care
-provided by physicians that specialize in areas of medicine such as cardiology,
dermatology, and psychology.
healthcare delivered by specialists who work for a facility that performs specialty
healthcare research, development, and treatment.-correct-answer-Tertiary Care
-provided when the patient receives a referral from a primary or secondary
provider and is more likely to require an inpatient hospital stay with
accompanying specialization for advanced investigation and treatment of specific
conditions or diseases.
-burn treatment, cancer, neurosurgery, and reconstructive surgery centers.
Both traditional public health efforts and the new science of population health are
supported by the federal government with initiatives such as Healthy People
2020.-correct-answer-True
CAHIMS 1-12 / Comprehensive Q&A For
Certification Success
Multivariant statistical analysis is an example of public health methodology for-
correct-answer-data analysis
usually provide an apartment or private room that becomes the person's
permanent residence. The individual maintains some degree of independence but
in a monitored environment.-correct-answer-Assisted living facilites
Which of the following types of nurse requires a master's degree in nursing?-
correct-answer-Certified registered nurse anesthetist
In the SOAP process, all aspects of the patient's plan of care are addressed in a
single, final stage. How many steps of the nursing process address different
aspects of the plan of care?-correct-answer-3
a nongovernmental, nonprofit agency, is the nation's oldest and largest standards-
setting and accrediting body in healthcare.-correct-answer-Joint Commission
,2|Page
In which type of setting would an occupational nurse most likely found?-correct-
answer-a hazardous worksite
How are medical diagnoses different from nursing diagnoses?-correct-answer-
Medical diagnoses refer to diseases, such as cancer.
What is the main difference between certification and licensure in healthcare?-
correct-answer-Only licensure allows a clinician to legally practice in the issuing
state.
is a private acute care hospital that provides the same basic services as those
provided by community hospitals. (HMO patients)-correct-answer-Managed care
hospitals are
The chief operating officer (COO) reports to the chief executive officer (CEO).-
correct-answer-True
The continuum of care can be defined as the provision of care for a particular
episode of care beginning with diagnosis or onset until return to normal function.-
correct-answer-True
,3|Page
A small country where the entire population has access to healthcare facilities
owned and operated by the government and funded by a tax on citizens is an
example of what kind of healthcare system model?-correct-answer-Public
healthcare system model
Which of the statements about epidemiology is false?-correct-answer-
Epidemiology is a qualitative science built around concepts of probability and
statistics.
Epidemiology is not a qualitative science. It is a quantitative science built around
concepts of probability and statistics.
Who is the elected head of the medical staff at a typical hospital?-correct-answer-
Chief of staff
The World Health Organization (WHO) adopted a definition of health that has not
been amended since 1948--correct-answer-"Health is a state of complete
physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or
infirmity."
, 4|Page
healthcare services performed by clinicians who are responsible for addressing
the patient's overall healthcare needs, establishing and maintaining a sustained
relationship with the patient within the realm of family and community.-correct-
answer-Primary Care
treatment by specialists to whom a patient has been referred by a primary care
provider.-correct-answer-secondary care
-provided by physicians that specialize in areas of medicine such as cardiology,
dermatology, and psychology.
healthcare delivered by specialists who work for a facility that performs specialty
healthcare research, development, and treatment.-correct-answer-Tertiary Care
-provided when the patient receives a referral from a primary or secondary
provider and is more likely to require an inpatient hospital stay with
accompanying specialization for advanced investigation and treatment of specific
conditions or diseases.
-burn treatment, cancer, neurosurgery, and reconstructive surgery centers.
Both traditional public health efforts and the new science of population health are
supported by the federal government with initiatives such as Healthy People
2020.-correct-answer-True
