Health Occupation Work Flash Cards

Eustachian tube

what anatomical ear structure functions to equalize pressure in the middle ear so that the eardrum can vibrate freely?

dependability

capable of being relied on or trustworthy

competency/competence

able or capable

cultural competence

this term refers to the process by which individuals and systems respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, languages, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, disabilities, religions, genders, sexual orientation and other diversity factors in a manner that recognizes, affirms, ad values the worth of individuals, families, and communities, and protects and preserves the dignity of each.

patience

ability to wait, persevere, capacity for calm endurance

memo

short written statement or message

budget

an itemized list of income, expected expenditures for a period of time

team

a number of people organized to function cooperatively as a group to achieve a common goal

teamwork

cooperative effort by all members of a group to achieve a common goal

team leader

organizes and coordinates team's activities, encouraging everyone to share ideas and give opinions, motivating all team members to work toward established goals, assisting with problems, monitoring progress of team, providing reports and feedback to all team members on the effectiveness of the team

ethics

principles of right or good conduct

critical thinking

determining the meaning and significance of what is observed or expressed or, concerning a given inference or argument, determining whether there is adequate justification to accept the conclusion as true--reasonable reflective thinking focused on deciding what to believe or do

cover letter

letter of introduction attached to, or accompanying a resume to a prospective employer requesting an interview

ethnocentric

belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic group

libel

a false written statement that causes a person ridicule or contempt or causes damages to a person's reputation

ethnicity

classification of people based on national origin and/or culture

stereotypes

assuming everyone in a particular groups is the same

scleroderma

rare, progressive autoimmune disorder affecting blood vessels, connective tissue, skin, and other epithelial tissue, resulting in the hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues

holistic medicine

any type of healthcare that promotes emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, and physical well being

chiropractor

system of treatment based upon the manipulation of the spinal column and other body structures

battery

unlawful touching of a person without consentf

renal calculus

stone that forms in kindey

feedback

comments in the form of opinions about, and reactions to something, intended to provide useful information for future decisions and development--determines whether communication was successful

transverse plane

divides body into top and bottom, or upper and lower halves

acupuncture

ancient Chinese therapy involving insertion of very thin needles into specific points along pathways in body to stimulate and balance flow or energy

OBRA

Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act--created to protect rights of the elderly

clear liquid diet

diet includes foods made of carbohydrates and water that can be seen through--water, jello, black coffee

low residue diet

diet low in fiber

WNL

within normal limits

PASS

pull pin, aim nozzle at base of fire, squeeze trigger, sweep at base of fire

neonate

newborn

bacilli

rod-shaped bacteriaf

autocratic leader

dictator--maintains total rule, makes all decisions for the group, has difficulty delegating tasks

democratic leader

encourages participation for all members in decisions that have to be made or tasks that need to be done

laissez-faire leader

leader who allows group to function in independent manner with little or no directions

greenstick fracture

fracture where bone is bent and splits, causing crack or incomplete break

fertilization

conception--fusion of the ovum by the sperm

halitosis

medical term for bad breath

WBC's

leukocytes

confidentiality

not to be told or shared , keeping private all patient information

dietary aide

person who works under dietician

endosteum

layer that lines medullary canal

fire triangle

heat or spark, oxygen, fule

3 factors for a healthy life

low fat, low cholesterol, high fiber diet--reduce alcohol, stop smoking and recreational drugs, plenty of rest and exercise

2 types of asepsis

medical, surgical

metric

unit of measurement used in pharmacology

estrogen and progesterone

two hormones secreted by the ovariesf

podiatrist

type of physician who treats foot problems

2 types of advance directives

durable power of attorney, living will, health care proxy

stress, adaptation

how the body reacts to changing environment

Roman Numeral 400

CD

3 ways to ID a patient

DOB, patient name, staff ID, check picture, ID bracelet

deafness and blindness

two physical barriers to communication

lateral or side-to-side curvature

ways to describe the curvature in the spine in scoliosis

Roman Numeral for 500

D

two types of restraints

physical and chemical

epistaxis

medical term for a nosebleed

the two types of communication

verbal and nonverbal

two types of observations made by a Medical Assistant

subjective and objective

common name for the buccal cavity

oral

CBC

complete blood count

cholelithiasis

medical term for gallstones

dermatologist

name of a physician that takes care of the skin

Hippocrates

who was the father of medicine

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

What does HIPPA stand for ?

3500

how many calories in one pound of fat

diaphoresis

medical term for excessive sweating

implied consent

type of consent used for an unconscious patient

nonprofit organizations

the American Red Cross and American Diabetic Association are examples of what kind of health care organizations?nonprofit organizations

HDL--high-density lipoproteins

the good type of cholesterol

shoulder-width apart; 6-18 inches

how far apart should your feet be for a good base of support?

sterilization

process that kills all microorganisms including endospores

how long is sterilization good for?

30 days

Mediterranean Diet

diet that has been proven to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's

Rickettsiae

organism found in ticks and fleas

6-8 glasses

how many glasses of water should a person drink daily

three times

how many times should you read a label before using a chemical

gloves, gown, face shield

under Universal Precautions, what PPE should be worn while delivering a baby?

thyroxine (T4), triiodothyronine (T3), thyrocalcitonin

2 hormones secreted by the thyroid

colles

fracture that occurs at the distal end of the radius

denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance

5 stages of dying by Kubler-Ross

duty was owed, duty was breached, damage occurred

three D's of malpractice

body language

what type of communication is non-verbal

post-mortem care

type of care done to the patient after he/she dies

10 minutes

what time should you arrive before an appointment

4-6 liters, or 8-10 pints

how many liters OR pints of blood are in human body

medulla oblongata

brain stem

nucleolus

center of nucleus containing protein and RNA

below, under, inferior

prefix "sub"

cuspids or canines

longest teeth in the mouth

immediate recognition of cardiac arrest and activation of EMS, early CPR, rapid defibrillation, effective advanced life support, integrated post-cardiac arrest care

name the links in the Chain of Survival

physical and chemical

two types of sterilization

children

what age group has a decrease on the absorption of lead

malleus, incus, stapes

3 bones of the inner ear

continuing education or in-service

the training received after being hired

AB+

What patient is the universal blood recipient

avulsion

injury that occurs when body structure is forcibly torn from its place of attachment

roentgen

unit of measure for the exposure of X-rays

omphalocele

umbilical hernia

synergy

when organs work simultaneously to enhance function