University of Western Ontario (UWO ) • KNPE 400

What is the PURPOSE of a regulatory body correct answer: 1) protect the public 2) protect interest and safety of the public 3) created by legislation What is MEMBERSHIP in a regulaotry body correct answer: 1) mandatory (if wish to practice in the field) 2) requires passing an exam 3) requires proof of continuing competency 4) yearly fee 5) establishes the minimum standard you need to be at to perform safe practice What are ROLES of a regulartory body? correct answer: 1) set re...

Allied Health correct answer: An umbrella term used to describe individuals who are trained to work individually or with others to support patients to achieve optimal health Aim of allied health professionals correct answer: To support diagnosis, recovery, and quality of life Services performed by allied health professionals correct answer: The identification, evaluation and prevention of diseases and disorders; dietary and nutrition services; and rehabilitation and health systems manag...

What are 3 common characteristics of a profession? correct answer: 1. Autonomy: extent to which a profession of individual feels freedom and independence in their role 2. Ethical Standards: ethical conduct and self-regulation where members must abide by a code of ethics 3. Accountability: professionals have obligations and must "account" to the public the discharge of these duties (patient, employer, government, third party payers, others) What is the definition of professionalism built ...