Health Professions Seminar
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Course Introduction
The Health Professions Seminar is designed to introduce students to various careers within the health care field, providing insights into the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of different health professionals. Through interactive discussions, guest speakers, and case studies, students explore ethical considerations, culturally competent care, and current trends impacting the health sector. The course emphasizes the development of academic and professional skills essential for success in health-related professions, including teamwork, communication, and personal reflection, helping students make informed decisions about their educational and career pathways.
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Career Development for Health Professionals 4th Edition by Lee Haroun MA MBA
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Chapter 1: Your Career Starts Now
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Q1) Sara is having trouble finding reliable childcare during school hours. What would be the best thing for her to do?
A) Let her instructors know in advance that some days she'll be late or absent.
B) Investigate school and community resources for programs that assist with childcare.
C) Drop out of school and plan to attend later when the children are older.
D) Take the children to school with her and instruct them to be quiet during classes.
Answer: B
Q2) Which statement best describes your future as a health care worker?
A) The education you get now will be enough to keep you employed for many years to come.
B) Moving up the career ladder in your occupational area is the only way to get ahead.
C) Health care workers are in great demand, and good entry-level jobs should be easy to find.
D) Although the outlook for future employment in health care looks promising, some workers may have to adapt their skills to different positions and job titles.
Answer: D
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Chapter 2: Your Resume Starts Now
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Q1) How can you make the work experience section of your resume work best for you?
A) List all your previous jobs along with a list of the tasks you performed.
B) Include accomplishments and skills that can apply to many work situations.
C) List only the jobs you have held that are related to health care.
D) Include only your previous job titles and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of your employers.
Answer: B
Q2) The purpose of affirmations is to convince employers of your qualifications.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
Q3) Visualization is a success technique in which you
A) write positive goals you wish to achieve.
B) observe and learn from people who are successful.
C) create mental images of yourself succeeding in a specific situation.
D) maintain a positive attitude.
Answer: C
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Chapter 3: Developing Your Personal Skills
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Q1) Which action demonstrates a healthy attitude when dealing with a classmate who has hurt your feelings?
A) Realize that this incident will be of little importance in the future.
B) Find ways to get even with this person so you can have peace of mind.
C) Complain to friends about the incident so you can get it off your chest.
D) Think about other times when this person has offended you.
Answer: A
Q2) Which of the following has so many health benefits it has been called a "magic pill"?
A) Adequate sleep
B) Physical exercise
C) Meditation
D) Positive attitude
Answer: B
Q3) Which of the following is a basic characteristic of an effective goal?
A) There is a reward from an outside source such as a good grade or a raise.
B) It is written.
C) It is related to your work.
D) It can be achieved in a month or less.
Answer: B
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Chapter 4: Strategies for Adult Students
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Q1) If your spouse seems to resent your return to school, it is best to discuss the problem openly.
A)True
B)False
Q2) If school stresses you out, complaining to friends is a good outlet for your frustrations.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which of the following statements is true about most adult students?
A) They tend to learn more slowly than younger students.
B) They may lack the study skills necessary to succeed in school.
C) They have life experiences that support their classroom learning.
D) They have trouble taking tests because of their age.
Q4) The most common reason that adult students sometimes find it difficult to adjust to the role of a student is that they
A) have been independent and in charge of their own lives.
B) have more practical experiences than their instructors.
C) don't like to follow rules with which they may disagree.
D) don't want to compete with younger students.
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Chapter 5: Strategies for English As A Second Language
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Q1) The best way to learn correct English pronunciation is to A) read newspapers and magazines published in English.
B) study the spelling of English words.
C) practice writing English sentences using words as you learn them.
D) spend time listening to people speaking English.
Q2) The students most likely to learn to speak English well are the ones who A) sit quietly and pay attention in class.
B) take every opportunity to talk with English-speaking people.
C) do all their homework assignments.
D) speak only with people they know.
Q3) Which of the following sentences is written correctly?
A) I have a test tomorrow, and I must be study.
B) I have a test tomorrow, and I must to study.
C) I have a test tomorrow, and I must study.
D) I have a test tomorrow, and I must studied
Q4) Which of the following words contains letters that are not pronounced?
A) July
B) Sadly
C) Brightly
D) Truly
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Chapter 6: Strategies for Students with Learning Disabilities
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Q1) People who have trouble expressing themselves orally may find it helpful to A) avoid speaking or asking questions in class.
B) practice speaking alone in front of a mirror.
C) speak as quickly as possible before forgetting what they want to say.
D) speak only when they can use notes.
Q2) The best example of good self-advocacy is asking
A) to be excused from doing homework assignments.
B) to be allowed to skip tests because they are too stressful.
C) an instructor for help when you don't understand a reading assignment.
D) to work with other students to complete class assignments.
Q3) Many persons with learning disabilities are of above-average intelligence.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which of the following statements is most likely to be true about persons with learning disabilities?
A) They do not make an effort to learn.
B) They have difficulty concentrating for long periods of time.
C) They have difficulty achieving career success.
D) They are not very creative.
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Chapter 7: Developing Your Paper Skills I: Intake of Information
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Q1) Which study method has proved to be the best for helping students retain information they read?
A) Reread the selection to be learned at least five times.
B) Any method as long as it fits your learning style.
C) Answer questions or explain the material you have read without looking at the text.
D) Memorize the points your instructor has you highlight in your book.
Q2) Research is only used to find technical information, such as would be needed to write a report.
A)True
B)False
Q3) The sections of textbooks that contain useful supplementary information, such as measurement conversion tables, are called
A) objectives.
B) appendices.
C) prefaces.
D) references.
Q4) Informal outlines are the best way to take notes in class.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 8: Developing Your Paper Skills II: Output of Information
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Q1) When joining two sentences into one without a connecting word such as "and," you separate them with a
A) colon.
B) comma.
C) dash.
D) semicolon.
Q2) If you're having trouble completing a writing assignment, good advice is to write just one version without wasting a lot of time with rewrites.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Your best friend at school has a sick child at home and couldn't study for this week's quiz. She asks you to position your quiz paper on your desk so she can see the answers. What would be the best thing to do?
A) Tell her you can't help her during the quiz because you might get caught.
B) Tell her you can't help her during the quiz because she needs to know the material.
C) Let her see your paper because it wasn't her fault she couldn't study.
D) Let her see your paper only if the quiz doesn't cover really important information.
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Chapter 9: Developing Your Practical Skills
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Q1) A good reason for using the six-step problem solving process is to
A) make problem solving easy.
B) make sure you find the correct solution.
C) help you make decisions based on facts.
D) solve problems without help from others.
Q2) When working at your clinical site, which behavior is most likely to benefit your future career?
A) Try to fit in by dressing and acting like the employees.
B) Do your best and ask the employer to hire you after you graduate.
C) Take advantage of every learning opportunity.
D) Ask lots of questions so your supervisor will know you are interested in learning.
Q3) A common reason students have trouble with math in their health care classes is they
A) don't know how to concentrate and study.
B) are not smart enough to understand it.
C) did not master the basic concepts in their previous math classes.
D) never had good math teachers.
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Chapter 10: Developing Your People Skills
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Q1) It is a sign of respect not to interrupt when someone is speaking, even if they are slow in getting to the point.
A)True
B)False
Q2) If you find it difficult to remember what you want to say when giving oral presentations, the best memory jogger is likely to be
A) a complete outline.
B) key points written on note cards.
C) major topics on PowerPoint slides.
D) a fully written paper.
Q3) The most common cause of misunderstanding among people with various cultural backgrounds is differences in
A) everyday habits such as food and manner of dress.
B) basic beliefs and values.
C) ideas about courtesy.
D) language.
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Chapter 11: Becoming a Professional
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Q1) Dr. Singh is glad that the staff members at his clinic are considerate of each other. The most important reason is that this
A) improves patient outcomes.
B) saves him money running the clinic.
C) creates more pleasant working conditions.
D) saves him time not having to deal with personnel problems.
Q2) Which of the following is an example of therapeutic communication?
A) Encouraging a patient to take his medication in a face-to-face interaction
B) Responding to a patient's request for an appointment on the telephone
C) Giving a patient a written instruction sheet with instructions for back exercises
D) Expressing sympathy about a patient's condition
Q3) As a result of the passage of the Affordable Care Act in 2010, allied health care workers will likely
A) earn higher salaries.
B) be able to perform more technical procedures.
C) receive free training.
D) have a more important role educating patients.
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Chapter 12: Beginning the Job Search
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Q1) Which of the following is an appropriate task for someone in your personal support system?
A) Call employers on your behalf to ask for an interview.
B) Accompany you to interviews.
C) Write letters of recommendation on your behalf.
D) Proofread your resume to check for errors.
Q2) Which statement best describes how you might use newspaper or professional journal employment ads in your job search?
A) Do not use them because so many applicants respond that it is a waste of time
B) Respond to appropriate ads by sending a resume and writing a cover letter that points out how you meet the specific requirements stated in the ad.
C) Concentrate on using these ads because they are considered the best way to get a job.
D) Use them only to learn about current health care trends in your area.
Q3) Preparing a targeted response to an employment ad or announcement means
A) directing a letter to the person who does the hiring.
B) revising your resume to match the job requirements.
C) pointing out in a letter how you meet the specific requirements of the job.
D) calling the employer by telephone to respond to the ad.
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Chapter 13: Finalizing Your Employment Presentation
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Q1) Which statement is true about the skill clusters created for a functional resume?
A) The skills can be acquired from all kinds of experiences, both personal and work-related.
B) There should be at least five clusters, more if possible.
C) The skills should be limited to those acquired from paid employment.
D) There should be an explanation of how each cluster relates to the job you are applying for.
Q2) Craig has previous experience in retail sales. Which of the following statements should he include in the Work History section of his resume?
A) Consistently exceeded daily sales quotas for sports footwear by 15-20%
B) Sold footwear in a high-end, busy sporting goods store
C) Successfully sold sports footwear to a variety of customers
D) Worked in a large sporting goods store for 7 years
Q3) In the Work History section of your resume, you should only list jobs that are related to work in health care.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 14: The Interview
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Q1) Discussing your personal problems at job interviews is a good way to let the employer get to know more about you.
A)True
B)False
Q2) If you believe you are not qualified for a job, you should not say anything until it is offered to you.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which of the following questions is appropriate to ask at a first interview?
A) How will my work be evaluated?
B) When will I get my first raise?
C) What kind of a clinic is this?
D) How long do I work before I can take a vacation?
Q4) The best way to prepare for a behavioral interview is to
A) review your experience in workplace situations that are similar to those you might find in your target job.
B) practice answering traditional interview questions.
C) be sure your portfolio is in good order.
D) mentally inventory the technical skills you bring to the job.
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Chapter 15: After the Interview
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Q1) Which of the following is inappropriate to disclose when discussing with a classmate how a job interview went?
A) The job didn't sound like what you expected.
B) The facility is located too far from your home.
C) You thought the interviewer was an idiot.
D) The job required skills that aren't your strengths.
Q2) The main purpose of a postinterview self-evaluation is to
A) identify what you did wrong.
B) help you decide whether to accept the job if it is offered.
C) rate the health care facility.
D) help you improve your interview skills.
Q3) You attended an interview yesterday and decided today you are not interested in the job. How should you follow up?
A) No follow-up is necessary.
B) Call the employer to let him or her know that you are not interested in the job.
C) Send a note stating that you are not interested in the job.
D) Send a note thanking the interviewer for his or her time.
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Chapter 16: Success on the Job
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Q1) "Believing in your self-worth" is best demonstrated by A) standing up for your rights at work.
B) demonstrating great self-confidence.
C) recognizing that what you do makes a difference.
D) demanding respect from others.
Q2) Making a good first impression at a new job is best done by
A) performing all your tasks with confidence.
B) knowing exactly what you are supposed to do.
C) being completely self-directed in your work.
D) demonstrating courtesy and consideration.
Q3) Health care facilities are regulated by a variety of governmental and private agencies.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which of the following is the best way to prevent burnout on the job?
A) Take adequate time off to rest, even if it means using your sick leave.
B) Develop good time-management habits.
C) Take on more responsibilities so your supervisor will appreciate your efforts.
D) Limit yourself to doing only the tasks for which you are responsible.
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Chapter 17: Navigating Your Career
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Q1) Greg has just been promoted. A few of the employees he will now supervise are friends with whom he socializes outside the workplace. How can he best handle his new responsibilities?
A) End his friendships to prevent conflicts of interest.
B) Treat his friends with extra consideration.
C) Treat all employees who report to him equally and fairly.
D) Ask his friends to do a good job to help him appear effective as a supervisor.
Q2) Ken was recently fired from his first job as a nursing assistant for failing to meet performance standards. The best thing he can do now is
A) go back to his school and let them know he wasn't properly prepared.
B) let off some steam by telling friends and family how unfairly he was treated.
C) seek ways to improve his skills.
D) look for another job.
Q3) Starting a business of your own would be a good idea if you are interested in health care but lack self-confidence and prefer to work alone.
A)True
B)False
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