test 1 rad tech

st 1

radiation

The term used to describe energy transmitted through matter is:

ionizing radiation

Special protection should be taken to prevent excessive exposure to:

Sonography

Which of the following specialties uses a nonionizing form of radiation?

1895

The discovery of x-rays occurred in:

Radiographer

An individual who specializes in using x-rays to create images of the body is known as a:

Angioplasty

An effective treatment of atherosclerosis that uses a special catheter with a balloon tip is termed:

Computed Tomography

A discipline that visualizes sectional anatomy by the recording of a predetermined plane in the body is:

mammography

Radiography of the breast is termed:

Orthopedics

The study of diseases of muscles and bones is termed:

Therapist

An individual who specializes in carrying out treatments designed to correct or improve the function of a particular body part or system is known as a

Certification

is a voluntary process through which an agency grants recognition to an individual on demonstration, usually by examination, of specialized professional skills?

Registration

a listing of individuals holding certification credentials in a particular profession?

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

What organization certifies individuals in radiography?

American Society of Radiologic Technologists

organization that represents the interests of radiologic technologists to the public and federal government?

Licensure

is the process by which a governmental agency (usually at state level) grants permission to individuals to practice their profession?

Registered Technologist, Radiographer

Which title is granted to a radiographer after successful completion of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist's examination in radiography?

Accreditation

is a voluntary peer process through which an agency grants recognition to an institution, like Northland College, for a program of study that meets specified criteria?

Demand on time, energy, and resources with some threat included.

Stress is defined as:

indecision

The biggest thief of time is:

exercise and good nutrition

Stress buffers include:

B Complex, C, and Magnesium

Vitamins and minerals depleted as a result of stress are:

sound professional judgement

uncomfortable and challenging decision making

quick and inventive response

action based on professional knowledge and experience

Which of the following is (are) characteristic of professional critical thinking?

Identify and clarify the problem

What is the first step involved in problem solving associated with critical thinking?

Clinical

In what aspect of the education program for a radiologic science professional is the student exposed to real-life experiences that allow him or her to transfer knowledge into action?

Affective

Analyzing personal values and feelings and managing uncomfortable ethical situations are components of what type of critical thinking?

Hospital

Clinical procedures and activities are performed in what setting?

Knowledge, Reason, and Judgement

Cognitive learning includes:

Reviewing the request in relation to the student's achievement.

Evaluating the condition of the patient in the relation to the student's knowledge.

Being present while the student conducts the examination.

Reviewing and approving the procedure.

A qualified radiographer directly supervises a student radiographer by:

Quality patient care and protection from radiation must be ensured and provided

A student's unsatisfactory radiographs must be repeated in the presence of a qualified radiographer because:

Program Director

Which program official is responsible for the overall organization, administration, and assessment of the radiography program?

Mission Statement

The driving and guiding force that outlines the reason for the existence of a hospital is its:

Planning

The management function that charts a course of action for the future to enable coordinated and consistent fulfillment of goals and objectives is:

Organizing

The management function that involves the development of a structure or framework that identifies how people do their work is:

Staffing

The management function that involves getting the right people to do the work and developing their abilities is:

Safety Committee

The internal hospital committee that ensures safe operations for the facility for both patients and employers is the:

sub departments

Large radiology departments are divided into modalities or sections; examples, US, NM, Diagnostic X ray

Board of Directors or Governing Board

Group of people authorized by law to conduct, maintain, and operate a hospital for the benefit of the public and whose legal and moral responsibility for policies and operations of the hospital are not for personal benefit of the members

The Joint Commission (TJC)

Independent not-for-profit organization that evaluates and accredits more than 17,000 health care organizations and programs in the US and is the nation's primary standard setting and accrediting body in health care; TJC standards focus on improving the quality and safety of patient care provided by health care organizations

Total Quality Management (TQM)

Management of quality in the workplace from a perspective of total involvement of every employee, with a strong focus on process measurement and control

Radiology Department

Organization of a hospital or medical clinic that provides diagnostic imaging through medical technologies such as x-ray examination, fluoroscopy, computed tomography, interventional radiography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, and ultrasonography

Privacy Officer

Develop HIPAA policies and procedures and insure compliance throughout their healthcare system

Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

system of development in the workplace for daily improving performance at every level in every operational process by focusing on meeting or exceeding customer expectations

Medical Error

Failure to complete a planned action as intended or the use of a wrong plan to achieve an aim; can be related to an incorrect diagnosis, equipment failure, infection, or a misinterpretation of an order

State Health Departments

Define rules to protect the health and safety of the patients or clients of a health care facility or provider within each state

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

person appointed by the board of directors who has full accountability for the entire hospital or health care organization

Certificate of Need (CON)

Certificate approved by a local (state) review board permitting hospitals to construct new or additional facilities, open new services, or make large purchases- a condition required for reimbursement by Medicare

Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA)

Professional who has demonstrated skill and knowledge in asset management, financial management, operations management, human resource management, and communication and information management in radiology

PACS

A system for acquiring, archiving, interpreting, and distributing digital images throughout a health system

Clinical Support Services

services providing the components of patient care that collectively support the physician's plan for diagnoses and treatments

medical staff

formal organization of physicians authorized to admit and attend to patients within a hospital; have authorized privileges, bylaws, elected officers, and various committees and activities

Department

unit of the hospital with specific functions or specialized skills such as housekeeping, surgery, radiology, or accounting

human resources department

ancillary department of the hospital responsible for recruiting, selecting, supporting, and compensating employees; developing and maintaining skills, quality, and motivation; collective bargaining; and occupational health and safety

Third-Party Payers

Insurance companies, Medicare, Medicaid, and other commercial companies that are the payers of inpatient and outpatient medical expenses for the patient

Medical Director

physician responsible for the medical operation and quality of a hospital department or service; also responsible for providing input regarding policies and procedures and day-to-day operations of the department

Performance Improvement (PI)

process of identifying and analyzing important organizational and individual performance gaps, planning for future performance improvement, designing and developing cost-effective and ethically justifiable interventions to close performance gaps, implementing the interventions, and evaluating the financial and non-financial results

Adverse Drug Events (ADEs)

injuries, large or small, caused by the use (including nonuse) of a drug; can be as harmless as a drug rash or as serious as death from an overdose; the two types of ADEs are those caused by errors and those that occur despite proper use

Mission Statement

statement of an organization that summarizes its intent to provide service in terms of the services it offers, the intended recipients of services, and a description of the level of cost

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

federal agency that enforces standards for safety in the workplace, conducts inspections, and directs determination of fines for noncompliance with policies and regulations

department chair

physician who represents a department or service and sits as a formal member of the executive medical staff committee; responsible for all of the medical operations of a hospital department and may also oversee a residency training program

urgent care centers

provide quick access to non-life-threatening emergent situations

service chief

Physician responsible for overseeing a component or sub department of a hospital service