MHA 511 Chapter 4 Exam Questions and Answers(RATED A+)
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MHA 511
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MHA 511
Describe the major types of health services professional (physicians, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, certified nurse-midwives), including their roles, training, practice requirements, and practice settings. - ANSWER-Physicians play a central role in the de...
MHA 511 Chapter 4 Exam Questions and
Answers(RATED A+)
Describe the major types of health services professional (physicians, nurses, dentists,
pharmacists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, certified nurse-midwives),
including their roles, training, practice requirements, and practice settings. - ANSWER-
Physicians play a central role in the delivery of health services by evaluation patients
and health conditions, diagnosing abnormalities, and prescribing treatments. All states
require physicians to be licensed to practice. The licensure requirements include
graduation from an accredited medical school that awards a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree; successful completion of a licensing
examination governed by either the National Board of Medical Examiners or the
National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners; and completion of a supervised
internship/residency program. Dentists diagnose and treat dental problems related to
the teeth, gums, and tissues of the mouth. All dentists must be licensed to practice. The
licensure requirements include graduation from an accredited dental school that awards
a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree and
successful completion of both written and practical examinations. Some states require
dentists to obtain a specialty license before practicing as a specialist in that state. The
traditional role of a pharmacist has been to dispense medicine prescribed by physicians,
dentist, and podiatrist, and to provide consultation on the proper selection and use of
medicines. All states require a license to practice pharmacy. The licensure requirements
traditionally included graduation from an accredited pharmacy program that awards a
Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree, successful completion of a state
board examination, and practical experience or completion of a supervised internship.
Nurse constitute the largest group of health care professionals. Nurses are the major
caregivers for sick and injured patients, addressing their physical, mental, and
emotional needs. All states require nurses to be licensed to
Which factors are associated with the development of health services professionals in
the United States? - ANSWER-The United States health care industry continues to grow
and continues to be the largest and most powerful employer in the nation. With this
growth, there has been an expansion of the number and types of health service
professionals. New and complex medical techniques, equipment, and advanced
computer-based systems are constantly introduced. With these constant
advancements, health professionals must continually learn how to use these new
methods.
What are the major distinctions between primary care and specialty care? - ANSWER-
Primary care is a basic rather than specialized level for people making an initial
approach to a doctor or nurse for treatment while specialty care is advanced medically
necessary care and treatment of specific physical, mental or behavioral health
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