Health Care Careers, Computers in HCC and World of Work

Computers are used for:

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A contingency back up plan is not essential for computer use. It is not necessary to frequent backups of data on external hard drives, disks, flash drives or off-site servers.

_______ degree is awarded by a college or university after completion of one or more years of work beyond a bachelor's degree.

Hardware consists of machine components, including keyboard, central processing unit (CPU), disk drive and monitor with a display screen.

________________ (___) is educational computer programming designed for individual use. User paced/friendly, and proceeds in an organized fashion from topic to topic.

_________ (___) utilizes technology to direct ultrahigh-frequency sound waves through the chest wall and into the heart. It is the conversion of the reflection of the waves into an image of the heart. Test can evaluate cardiac function, valve irregularities, defects in the heart walls and visualize the presence of fluid between the layers of the pericardium.

Confidentially of patient information must be strictly enforced. This is done through access codes, special passwords, fingerprints, or iris identification.

Input devices:

____________ (___) is a scanning procedure where a slightly radioactive substance is injected into the patient and detected by the scanner. The image created from the radiation allows the doctor to see an organ or bone from all sides.

Random access memory (RAM) is a program that is not permanent because data can be stored, changed and/or retrieved.

Doctor of ________ (__) focuses on ensuring proper alignment of the spine and optimal operation of the nervous and muscular systems to maintain health.

Application forms are used by employers to collect specific information. Always read the form thoroughly. Use a black pen if handwritten. Make sure all information is correct. These can be checked and if not truthful, this will cost you a job.

_______ means that a person has fulfilled the requirements of education and performance and meets the standards and qualifications established by the professional association or government agency that regulates a particular career.

What is a multi-competent or multi-skilled worker?

_____________ (___) is a computerized, body scanning method that uses nuclear magnetic resonance instead of X-ray radiation. This allows physicians to see blood moving through veins and arteries which can show a joint shrinking in response to medication or reaction of tumors to treatment.

______ usually means money that you earn or is available to you. _____ is the total amount of money you earn for hours worked. ______ is the amount of money available to you after all of your payroll ______, such as taxes- social security, federal and state or insurances, dues and other items.

_______ degree is awarded by a college or university after completion of two or more years of work beyond a bachelor's or master's degree.

In health care, the internet is not used for organ transplants.

Continuing education units (CEUs) are NOT required to renew licenses, maintain certifications or registrations in many states.

Software consists of the programs or instructions that run the hardware and allow the computer to perform specific tasks.

Is it best to send a followup note, letter or email to thank the employer for the interview.

ECG run while the patient is exercising is known as a _______. This allows an evaluation of the function of the patients heart during activity.

___________ (__) is noninvasive, computerized X-Ray permits physicians to see clear, cross sectional views of BOTH bone and body tissues and to find abnormalities such as tumors or bleeding.

Characteristics of a good employee are:

You can expect a definite answer at the end of the interview, so they won't need to contact you. It is not necessary to thank the interviewer but you should always try to extend the interview.

Doctor of _____ (___) diagnoses, treats and prevents diseases or disorders; they can also specialize.

What are some computer sizes?

______ is an applied science used to promote the safety and well-being of a person by adapting the environment and using techniques to prevent injuries.

_______ degree is awarded by a college or university after a prescribed course of study that usually lasts for four or more years.

_______ is required in some health care careers. State board or professional association administers examinations and maintains a current list of qualified personnel in a given health care area.

______ is a process whereby a government agency authorizes individuals to work in a given occupation. It clearly defines the scope of practice or what procedures this individual is legally permitted to perform.

Doctor of _________ (___) examines, diagnoses and treats diseases/disorders of the feet or the leg below the knee.

Read only memory (ROM) is a permanent program already built and stored in the computer system by the manufacturer.

What are the three major components to a computer system?

What is accreditation?

What is computer literacy?

Output devices:

A career portfolio is a professional way to highlight your knowledge, abilities, and skills as you prepare for employment or extended education. The portfolio will contain some type of information like:

________ degree is awarded by a career/technical school or a community college after completion of a prescribed two year course of study.

Match the following terms and definitions:

1. Networks
2. Internet
3. Electronic mail

A. Process of creating and sending messages from one computer to another.
B. Computers can be linked together through cables, telephone lines, or wireless technologies.
C. Links millions of computers together through sharing data and information, or rapid communication between individuals.

Doctor of _________ (__) treats diseases/disorders, placing special emphasis on the nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems and the relationship between the body, mind and emotions; may also specialize.

How early should you arrive prior to an interview?