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What is the primary purpose of a healthcare system?

  • To conduct research in health sciences
  • To manufacture medical equipment
  • To train health professionals only
  • To deliver health care services to meet the needs of populations (correct)

    • Which type of healthcare facility is designed to provide long-term care?

  • Emergency Services
  • Home Health Care (correct)
  • Hospitals
  • Outpatient Services

    • What has driven the development of alternative means of patient care?

  • The reduction in technology usage in healthcare
  • The establishment of more hospitals
  • The decrease in the number of healthcare professionals
  • The increase in hospital care costs (correct)

    • Which statement best describes the role of hospitals in the modern healthcare system?

    <p>They focus on sophisticated treatment and 24-hour care for specific patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of healthcare facility includes hospice services?

    <p>Long-Term Care Facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT typically a characteristic of a traditional hospital?

    <p>Focuses on low-cost outpatient services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary reason for the growing need for healthcare professionals?

    <p>Increased consumer demand for health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the structure of a healthcare system generally benefit patient care?

    <p>By integrating a wide variety of care providers and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following services are typically provided in a hospital's emergency department?

    <p>Trauma care for accident victims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes outpatient services compared to inpatient services?

    <p>Do not require the patient to be hospitalized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary reason for the growth of home health care services?

    <p>Advancements in medical home equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of facilities provides care for individuals unable to live independently but do not need hospitalization?

    <p>Long-term care facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which of the following settings would you find adult day care services?

    <p>Outpatient services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of unit in a hospital provides specialized care for patients with cardiac conditions?

    <p>Coronary care unit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these professionals is NOT typically involved in home health care services?

    <p>Nutritionists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of assisted living residences?

    <p>Offer housing, meals, and personal care without daily nursing care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of hospice care?

    <p>To offer palliative care and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit of healthcare consolidation?

    <p>Increased competition among services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an outcome of palliative care?

    <p>Makes the patient's last days meaningful and pain-free</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an integrated delivery system primarily focus on?

    <p>Ensuring cost benefits and continuum of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a common misconception about Primary Health Centers (PHC)?

    <p>They provide extensive patient hospitalization services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential downside of consolidating healthcare services?

    <p>Higher prices for medical treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of healthcare delivery, what does vertical integration involve?

    <p>Providing a full range of care services across multiple levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of volunteers in hospice care?

    <p>They offer emotional and spiritual support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary responsibility of local health authorities?

    <p>Developing programs to meet health needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes secondary care?

    <p>Medical specialists who do not have first contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines tertiary care?

    <p>Rehabilitation and specialized highly technological medical services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the roles of diagnostic occupations?

    <p>Determine causes and extent of illnesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about health service contributions to well-being is true?

    <p>Work in healthcare contributes to the well-being of others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of services are included in environmental occupations?

    <p>Developing and maintaining therapeutic environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key objectives of secondary prevention?

    <p>Early detection and treatment of health issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT a function of local health authorities?

    <p>Establishing international health policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of first aid?

    <p>To minimize injury or illness until further treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the golden rule of first aid?

    <p>Do no further harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation is triage most commonly used?

    <p>During disasters and emergencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If someone shows signs of a stroke, which action should be taken?

    <p>Immediately call for medical assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the triage system help determine?

    <p>The appropriate treatment and patient destination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the Emergency Code System?

    <p>Communication method to prevent patient panic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario would most likely indicate the need for CPR?

    <p>A person does not respond to voice or touch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the first steps to take when approaching an injured person?

    <p>Ensure personal safety before assisting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of staying calm during an emergency situation?

    <p>To reassure the victim and others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a victim needs to be moved?

    <p>Keep their spine in straight alignment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an important step in emergency care?

    <p>Try to determine what happened before proceeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines an open fracture?

    <p>The broken bone is visible through the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct use of a sling in an emergency situation?

    <p>To support and immobilize an injured body part</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Palliative care provides comfort and pain relief but does not offer a cure.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Primary Health Centers (PHC) provides patient hospitalization services.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is most likely to result in an inability to make a fist?

    <p>Carpal tunnel syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    With proper treatment, the prognosis for a RMI is complete recovery

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inadequate equipment maintenance is what type of hazard?

    <p>Environmental</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Wrist rests help prevent injuries when used during active typing.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the best approach when asked to perform a procedure on a patient that you are not trained to do?

    <p>Do not agree to do it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Perfumed products can trigger asthmatic attacks.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is acceptable to develop a friendship with a patient if the patient seems lonely and in need of friendship.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approaching situations objectively means:

    <p>Considering the facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    “What is your date of birth?” is an example of a/an probing question.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    “I hear you saying you feel better after you’ve done the exercises, I taught you last week” is an example of: Reflecting.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Today’s health care services are so technologically advanced that there is little point in allowing patients to participate in making decisions about their health.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you are having problems at home that are worrying you, it is a good idea to share them at work so your coworkers will understand if you cannot perform at your best.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is not necessary to understand why you are performing a procedure as long as you can do it well and without making mistakes.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you are asked to do something by your supervisor, you should never question whether directions are appropriate.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Individual health care facilities must develop policies for protecting patient confidentiality.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is illegal in most states to withdraw artificial means of supporting life.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following patients would most likely receive a liver that becomes available from a donor?

    <p>Patient who will likely die within weeks without a transplant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a patient schedules a root canal and shows up at the appointed time for the procedure, this is an example of _____ .

    <p>Implied consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A patient admitted to a hospital is legally required to sign a living will.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Poor communication between the patient and the health care professional is a major cause of malpractice lawsuits.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Some laws have harmful results.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A good system of ethics will provide answers to most health care decisions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a value?

    <p>Personal belief that education is necessary for a satisfying life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary focus of health care professionals should be the welfare of their patients.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Patients who are difficult or rude may be reacting out of fear or pain

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jaime believes his supervisor does not listen to him and deliberately makes the workplace unpleasant. Jaime should discuss this problem with _____ .

    <p>The supervisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leaning toward the speaker when you are listening is usually a sign of: Aggression “Anger ” “Hostility ”

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true?

    1. Most healthcare professionals will need to continue to learn over their lifetime.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    “What is your date of birth?” is an example of what type of question?

    <p>Closed-ended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What grade is assigned to a student who is considered withdrawn without receiving an 'F' for the course?

    <p>W (Withdrawal)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition must be satisfied for a student to change their major?

    <p>Seat availability in the desired major</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum passing letter grade required for courses?

    <p>D</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is a student's academic performance represented in courses?

    <p>Letter grades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required from a student before they can change their major according to the conditions stated?

    <p>They must have no prior major changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What CGPA must be achieved in transferred courses to remove probation status?

    <p>2.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After being dismissed due to a 5th probation, what opportunity is given to a student with a CGPA of 1.95 or higher?

    <p>They are allowed to study one more semester.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to students whose CGPA falls below 1.0 after completing two regular academic semesters?

    <p>They must transfer to another program.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition allows a student to suspend their registration while retaining their grades?

    <p>Submitting a request due to a compelling reason.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the essential actions students are encouraged to take concerning their academic journey?

    <p>Read the UoS Rules &amp; Regulations diligently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a student who is on probation improve their academic standing?

    <p>By achieving a CGPA of 2.00 or higher in transferred courses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum CGPA required for a student to be placed on academic probation?

    <p>2.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a student do if they wish to return to their program after being mandated to transfer due to a low CGPA?

    <p>They cannot return to the old program.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the semester GPA calculated?

    <p>By multiplying course credit hours by the value of letter grades.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a student fails to remove academic probation by the end of the following semester?

    <p>They may receive a second probation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the options available to students with two consecutive probations?

    <p>They can continue with their current major with approval from the College Dean.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT considered when calculating the cumulative GPA?

    <p>The student's attendance record.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for students on academic probation when registering for courses?

    <p>They need to consult with the academic advisor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which calculation correctly follows the method for determining the semester GPA?

    <p>($3 imes 2.5) + ($3 imes 3.5) + ($4 imes 2.0)$ divided by $3 + 3 + 4 + 3 + 3$.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should students do if they want to increase their credit hours beyond the standard limit while on probation?

    <p>They need a recommendation from the academic department and coordination with the Registrar's Office.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In calculating cumulative GPA, which of the following signifies a successful academic standing?

    <p>Successfully removing probation by the end of a semester.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of semesters a student must complete to earn a bachelor's degree in the College of Health Sciences?

    <p>8 semesters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action must a student take if they want to withdraw from a course after the drop and add period?

    <p>Receive approval from their academic advisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What minimum credit load must students maintain to avoid falling below graduation requirements?

    <p>12 credits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a student in the Intensive English Program is at levels 3 or 4, which course may they take in addition to the required IEP courses?

    <p>Arabic Language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a student fails to take the make-up exam after missing the final exam?

    <p>A grade of 'F' will be automatically assigned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the latest week a student can drop a course without receiving a grade 'F'?

    <p>Week 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key responsibility of an academic advisor?

    <p>Preparing course schedules during registration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options describes the process for making schedule changes after registration?

    <p>Changes can be made during the official drop and add period only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is accurate regarding a student's enrollment duration in the College of Health Sciences?

    <p>Students cannot exceed 15 semesters in total to obtain their degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the role of the chair of the academic department?

    <p>Can provide information on academic advisors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to Health Science

    • This is a course about health care.
    • It covers healthcare systems and potential careers in healthcare.

    Health Care System and Career in Health Care

    • Health care systems are organizations of people, institutions, and resources that provide healthcare to people.
    • Healthcare is a large industry with diverse career opportunities.
    • There is a growing need for healthcare professionals.

    Contents

    • The course will cover: the structure of the healthcare system, types of facilities, consolidation of healthcare systems and regulatory bodies, current healthcare systems in the UAE, healthcare career paths, and future career potentials.

    Structure of healthcare system

    • A health care system is an organization of people, institutions, and resources that deliver health care services to meet the health needs of target populations.
    • One of the largest industries.
    • Growing need for health care professionals.
    • Wide variety of career opportunities.

    Types of healthcare facilities

    • Hospitals: traditional settings, high costs, now more high-tech, limited patients who need advanced treatment and 24-hour care.
    • Ambulatory/Outpatient Services: do not require hospitalization, many diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitation services are now provided in these centers; most surgeries are done on an outpatient basis, and patients are discharged in 1-3 hours after surgery.
    • Facilities: adult day care, dental offices, diagnostic centers, emergency and urgent care centers, and health care services in companies/schools/prisons
    • Rehabilitation centers, specialty clinics/offices, surgical centers, wellness centers
    • Long-term care facilities: provide long-term care for individuals who do not need to be hospitalized but are unable to live at home; these are the fastest growing area of healthcare services
    • Nursing homes: nursing and rehabilitation services for patients with long-term illnesses
    • Assisted living residences: housing, meals, and personal care to individuals who need help with daily living activities but do not need daily nursing care
    • Home health care services: provide care to patients in their homes, tremendous growth in need for services
    • Factors contributing to growth: shorter hospital stays, increase in older population, medical equipment available at home, desire of individuals to stay at hospital.
    • Home health care providers: nurses, physical therapists/assistants, occupational therapists/assistants, and speech therapists
    • Hospice: palliative care and support to dying patients and their families; team of professionals and volunteers; medical, emotional, and spiritual support; make patient's last days as pain-free and meaningful as possible

    Consolidation of healthcare system and regulatory bodies

    • Combining facilities under one ownership to control costs, such as buying supplies in bulk, sharing expensive equipment, avoiding duplication of lab and diagnostic services, and sharing knowledge and management expertise.
    • Consolidation provides more consistent and coordinated care but may reduce competition, leading to fewer choices and higher prices. Can result in lower quality.

    Current Healthcare system in UAE

    • Health services are provided by federal level organizations (e.g., MOHAP, EHS)
    • Local government health organizations(DOH- Abu Dhabi/DHA-Dubai/Sharjah Heath Authority)
    • Military health organizations
    • Interior health organizations (e.g., Dubai police clinic)
    • Private health organizations
    • Semi-government health organizations (e.g. Cleveland Clinics, Khalifa Specialized hospital)
    • Free zones (e.g., Dubai Health Care City)

    Your future in healthcare system and potential careers

    • Work contributes to the well-being of others.
    • Work can be demanding.
    • All tasks must be done thoughtfully and carefully.

    Infection Control

    • Microorganisms: very small, single-celled living organisms; exist everywhere in the environment.
    • Infection: establishment and growth of microorganisms in a host; invasion and growth of microorganism in body tissues.
    • Contagious or communicable disease: a disease that can be transmitted directly or indirectly from one person to another; microorganisms.
    • Microorganisms: aerobic (need oxygen) or anaerobic (don't need oxygen); prefer warm, moist, dark environments with food source; some can grow on nonliving materials, others on living organisms.
    • Normal flora: microorganisms that do not cause disease and reside in the body's environments—food and drug processing, waste disposal, environmental comfort. E.g., E.coli; can become pathogenic if they enter other areas of the body.
    • Chain of infection: 6 elements: Infectious agent, Reservoir host, Portal of exit, Route of transmission, Portal of entry, Susceptible host.

    Body Mechanics and Environmental Safety

    • Personal and workplace safety: musculoskeletal or nervous systems are involved in many health care injuries
    • Repetitive Motion Injuries (RMI): overuse of body parts causing stress on tendons, nerves, and joints; common in hands, arms, and neck area; causes inflammation, swelling, pain, numbness, stiffness, tingling, clumsiness, weakness
    • Common RMIs: (e.g.) carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, tendonitis)
    • General principles to prevent injuries
    • Body mechanics: Correct body positioning for given task. Ergonomics is the design and arrangement of work and living environments to maximize efficiency, health and safety
    • Computer workstation: back support, monitor placement, elbow and wrist alignment, foot positions (e.g. use of footrests).
    • Visual problems (e.g., eyestrain, headaches) caused by computer use
    • Importance of prevention: poor posture, poor body mechanics, low fitness, obesity, stress (both mechanical and psychological).

    Emergency Procedures

    • When and how to approach injured/ill patients are important during an emergency
    • PPE (personal protective equipment) and bystanders need to be considered in emergency situations
    • Steps in emergency situations：Assess the environment, obtain consent, determine what happened, follow standard precautions, find helper, never move the victim (unless necessary and with great care), stay calm
    • First aid procedures that concern bone, joint and muscle injuries:
    • Fractures and dislocations: procedures/rationale to deal with open and closed fractures and dislocations
    • Procedures for treating bleeding are important to know
    • External bleeding: steps to control bleeding using bandages and other first-aid materials
    • Internal bleeding: symptoms (e.g., blood in vomit, urine, stool, or vagina, distended abdomen); do not give anything to eat or drink, call ambulance
    • Burns: how to treat minor burns vs large burns

    Other topics

    • Health services authorities/organizations (e.g., national institutes of health)
    • Integrated delivery system
    • Health care facilities and services (e.g., variety of facilities, range in size, employment options)
    • Health care system in UAE
    • Different levels of health care: primary, secondary, and tertiary
    • Ethical and legal responsibilities; professionalism, values, patient care/consent
    • Bioterrorism and Emergency Codes

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    Test your knowledge on the various types of healthcare facilities and their roles in the healthcare system. This quiz covers long-term care, outpatient services, and the evolution of patient care, helping you understand the broader context of healthcare delivery.

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