Dynamics: Chapter 01
DeLaet: Dynamics of Health Care In Society: Today'sHealth Care
- 1.
This is the study of microorganisms.
- A.
Pathology
- B.
Immunology
- C.
Microbiology
- D.
Cytology
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C. MicrobiologyExplanation
Microorganisms are microscopic pathogens and nonpathogens.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The microscope was invented during this period,allowing scientists to view previously undetectedorganisms.
- A.
Ancient times
- B.
Medieval times
- C.
Renaissance
- D.
Modern Times
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D. Modern TimesExplanation
During Modern Times, innovation increased medical education and advancements to this day.Rate this question:
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- 3.
These health care professionals are trained to assist physicians or other medicalproviders in clinical or administrative procedures.
- A.
Medical assistants
- B.
physician assistants
- C.
Surgical technologists
- D.
Both A and B
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D. Both A and BExplanation
Both professions perform functions that help office operations and can provide clinical or patient care tasks.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The fall of the Roman Empire suspended medical progress during this period.
- A.
Ancient times
- B.
Medieval Times
- C.
Renaissance
- D.
Modern Times
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B. Medieval TimesExplanation
The Roman Empire were the first to be concerned with public health. Sanitation deteriorated after Rome's fall.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Patients who require health care but don’t need to remain in a facility for more than24 hours may receive this type of care.
- A.
Outpatient
- B.
Inpatient
- C.
Subacute
- D.
Independent-living
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A. OutpatientExplanation
After 24 hours, the patient is admitted to the hospital as an "inpatient:Rate this question:
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- 6.
This health care professional provides direct patient care under the direction of aregistered nurse (RN) or physician.
- A.
Emergency medical technician (EMT)
- B.
Phlebotomist
- C.
coding specialist
- D.
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
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D. Licensed practical nurse (LPN)Explanation
LPNs may perform some basic nursing functions of the registered nurse, but is limited by the Scope of Practice and education.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Egyptian medicine was considered highly advanced during this period.
- A.
Prehistoric Times
- B.
Ancient Times
- C.
Medieval Times
- D.
Renaissance
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B. Ancient TimesExplanation
Egyptians and Greeks dominated Prehistoric times included superstition and health seen as a reward or punishment. Egypt and Greece were the world centers in Ancient Times.Rate this question:
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- 8.
These therapies, sometimes referred to as alternative medicine, promote healingthrough nutrition, exercise, or relaxation
- A.
Physical
- B.
Complementary
- C.
Occupational
- D.
Radiation
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B. Complementary -
- 9.
The first medical universities were established during this period.
- A.
Ancient Times
- B.
Medieval Times
- C.
Renaissance
- D.
Modern Times
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C. Renaissance -
- 10.
Most medicine was rooted in religious or spiritual beliefs during this period, and disease did not spread easily.
- A.
Prehistoric Times
- B.
Ancient Times
- C.
Medieval Times
- D.
Renaissance
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A. Prehistoric TimesExplanation
The Egyptians and Greeks of Ancient times were the first to study health and it's relationship to the environment and lifestyle.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The founder of modern nursing is ______________________________________.
- A.
Clara Barton
- B.
Molly Pitcher
- C.
Florence Nightingale
- D.
Lillian Wald
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C. Florence NightingaleExplanation
During the Crimean War, Florence Nightingale nursed the soldiers and noted improved outcomes with improved sanitary conditions.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The first successful inoculation against smallpox in the 18th led to the development of _______________ which led to to the eradication of many diseases, such as polio.
- A.
Medications
- B.
Microorganisms
- C.
Diagnostic tests
- D.
Vaccines
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D. VaccinesExplanation
The first vaccine was from cowpox to treat smallpox.Rate this question:
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- 13.
This disease resulted from unsanitary living conditions in the early Renaissance period
- A.
Measles
- B.
Smallpox
- C.
Diphtheria
- D.
Bubonic Plaque
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D. Bubonic PlaqueExplanation
Due to poor sanitation, the Black Death killed approximately 40% of the European and Asian population.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Ancient Greek considered to be the father of medicine and his oath is the moral and ethical basis for medical regulations and guidelines..
- A.
Socrates
- B.
Avicenna
- C.
Hippocrates
- D.
Plato
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C. HippocratesExplanation
All physicians take the Hippocratic oath when entering the profession.Rate this question:
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- 15.
A ____________program provides care typically in-home by reducing pain, symptoms, andstress during the early stages of a patient’s terminal illness.
- A.
Acute care
- B.
Subacute
- C.
Extended care
- D.
Hospice
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D. HospiceExplanation
Hospice care is "end of life" care.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Patients who have serious, severe, or painful conditions requiring immediatemedical attention receive care at ________________ facilities.
- A.
Extended care
- B.
Subacute care
- C.
Rehabilitation
- D.
Acute care
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D. Acute careExplanation
Acute care facilities are usually hospitals.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Today, more health care professionals are shifting their focus from treatment to _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
- A.
Diet and exercise
- B.
Complementary therapies
- C.
Alternative therapies
- D.
Wellness and prevention
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D. Wellness and preventionExplanation
Vaccines prevent illness and diet reduces common illnesses such as obesity and hypertension.Rate this question:
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- 18.
The stethoscope was invented by ______________________________.
- A.
Louis Pasteur
- B.
Antonie Van Leeuwenhoek
- C.
Rene Laennac
- D.
Edward Jenner
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C. Rene LaennacExplanation
The first stethoscope was a rolled piece of heavy paper against the chest.Rate this question:
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- 19.
The Bubonic Plague of the 14th century is an example of a/an __________________because it was a deadly disease that spread across the continent.
- A.
Epidemic
- B.
Pandemic
- C.
Endemic
- D.
Contagious disease
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B. Pandemic -
- 20.
A/An ________________approach to health care involves treating the whole person, which includes body and mind, including some nontraditional remedies.
- A.
Homeopathy
- B.
Tribal
- C.
Cultural sensitivity
- D.
Holistic
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D. Holistic -
- 21.
A virus can only be seen through a ______________________.
- A.
Microscope
- B.
Sphygmomanometer
- C.
Electron microscope
- D.
Stethoscope
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A. MicroscopeExplanation
A virus is the smallest pathogen and cannot be visualized with a regular microscope.Rate this question:
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- 22.
During Ancient times, the Romans improved health through their beliefs in __________________ .
- A.
Sanitation
- B.
Hygiene
- C.
Medicine
- D.
Sanitation and hygiene
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A. SanitationExplanation
The Romans built their villages away from standing water, built the first aqueducts for clean water, removed sewage through systems, and created public bath houses.Rate this question:
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