Module 19: ch 57- practicum and job search

A practicum should be treated as:

A learning experience

Which of the following is considered best practice when using social media to look for work?

All of the above (Set personal profiles to private, Use a separate professional profile, Remove pictures that would not represent how you want to appear to a prospective employer)

What is the purpose of practicum?

Allows you to apply skills and behaviors learned in the classroom, meet performance objectives, and gain experience

How many practicum hours are required for programs accredited by ABHES or CAAHEP?

Minimum of 160 practicum hours

What areas are evaluated during practicum?

Appearance, Attitude, Maturity, Dependability, Initiative, Administrative tasks, Clinical tasks, Interpersonal

What does CAAHEP stand for?

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

What are desirable skills for medical assistants?

Communication skills, Computer proficiency, Critical thinking/problem-solving skills, Collaboration/teamwork skills, Time management, Professionalism, Planning/organization

What are desirable qualities for medical assistants?

Positive attitude, Strong work ethic, Dependability, Honesty/integrity, Punctuality, Adaptability/flexibility, Motivated

What is most important for career entry?

Attendance - be on time and present

How should a résumé be prepared?

Complete, accurate, neatly organized, grammatically correct, demonstrating qualifications

What is the preferred length of a résumé?

One- or two-pages

What are the three categories of e-résumés?

ASCII, Social media (online/HTML), Scannable

What are components of a résumé?

Contact information, Objective, Education, Experience, Certifications, Professional affiliations, Professional achievements and awards, Community service

What is a cover letter also referred to as?

Letter of introduction

What is the goal of a résumé?

To receive an interview

A résumé style that highlights your previous work experiences related to the position you are seeking is which type?

Targeted

All of the following are personal qualities except:

Critical thinking skills (this is a skill, not a quality)

What are resources for finding jobs?

The Internet, Social media, Newspapers and classified ads, Public employment services, Private employment agencies, Other contacts

How should you complete an application form?

Complete, neat, and legible; can be paper or electronic

When should you arrive for an interview?

On time (10-15 minutes early)

What should you do during an interview?

Present positive body language, maintain eye contact, be prepared to answer questions, have references available, be genuine/open/honest, ask questions

What should you do at the end of an interview?

Use a firm handshake

What should you do after an interview?

Compose a follow-up letter or thank you note shortly after the interview

What does career advancement depend on?

Your demonstrated capabilities

Why should you pursue continuing education?

To keep up with changes in the industry and health care

In an ECG what is the lead from the center of a heart to the positive pole of the left leg?

AVF

What is each square on ECG graph paper?

Measures time passed per 0.2 seconds

Can you take a pulse using an ECG reading?

Yes, by measuring the ventricular pulse

What should be calculated to determine a ventricular pulse?

Spacing between the QRS complexes

What is the order of draw for blood collection?

Blood culture (yellow), Light blue (coagulation), Red top/SST/Tiger top, Green/Light green, Lavender, Gray

A blood culture and sensitivity (C&S) test is most likely performed in which division of clinical laboratory?

Microbiology

What is the female normal value range for a hematocrit reading?

37% to 47% (Note: document states 42-52% for males)

What is the normal range of hemoglobin for males?

13 to 17 g/dL

What is the normal range of hemoglobin for females?

12 to 16 g/dL

What does Hemoglobin A1c check?

3 months average glucose levels; patient does NOT need to fast

What does "bid" mean?

Twice a day

What does "tid" mean?

Three times a day

What does synergistic mean?

Enhances or multiplies the effects

What does antagonist mean?

Prevents an action or effect

What is buccal route?

Between the cheek and gum for absorption through the mucous membranes

What is rectal route used for?

Patients with inability to ingest orally or due to temporary symptoms such as nausea and vomiting

What is sublingual route?

Under the tongue for fast absorption (dissolvable tablets)

What is oral route?

By mouth; medication that can be swallowed

What are examples of analgesics?

Advil, Tylenol, naproxen, aspirin

What are examples of anesthetics?

Lidocaine, Novocaine

What are examples of antianxiety medications?

Diazepam (Valium), Fluoxetine (Prozac)

What are examples of anticoagulants?

Heparin Sodium, warfarin sodium (Coumadin)

What are examples of antihypertensives?

Clonidine, metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor)

What are examples of antipyretics?

Aspirin, acetaminophen (Tylenol)

What is an example of a bronchodilator?

Albuterol (Proventil)

What are examples of hypoglycemics?

Glucophage; insulins: Lantus, Humulin, Novolin

What does ICD stand for?

International Classification of Disease

What does CPT stand for?

Current Procedural Terminology

How many characters do ICD codes have?

Vary from three to seven characters

What do ICD codes start with?

A letter (e.g., E11, E11.321)

What does it mean when ICD code has more numbers behind the decimal?

The more specific the diagnosis

What are CPT codes used to bill for?

Time spent and procedure performed

Who is ultimately responsible for CPT code clinical decisions?

The provider