Chapter 10 Knowledge Check

Chapter 10

Quiz yourself using the following chapter review questions to check how well you can recall the material.

Review Questions

1. What is one of the primary roles of a health educator when conducting a Community Health Assessment (CHA)?
   a. Collecting and analyzing data to assess the health needs of a population
   b. Writing prescriptions for patients
   c. Diagnosing medical conditions
   d. Administering medical treatments
2. Health educators must have at least a bachelor’s degree to enter the field, true or false?
3. Where do Substance Use Disorder Professionals (SUDPs) typically work?
   a. Law enforcement agencies
   b. Pharmacies and retail clinics
   c. Corporate offices providing wellness programs
   d. Drug and rehabilitation facilities, opioid treatment centers, and specialty hospitals
4. An associate degree in Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) typically consists of _______________ credits and includes coursework in pharmacology, counseling techniques, treatment theory, law and ethics, lifespan psychology, and general psychology.
5. Which of the following is NOT a typical practice area for pharmacy technicians?
   a. Counting and dispensing prescriptions in retail pharmacies
   b. Performing medication reconciliation in hospitals
   c. Conducting surgical procedures in a hospital setting
   d. Compounding medications, such as making tablets, capsules, and lotions
6. Pharmacy technician programs typically require a _______________ and may require _______________ in some states. These programs usually last between 9 months and 1 year in Washington State.
7. What is a significant challenge faced by Limited English Proficiency (LEP) patients in healthcare settings?
   a. They are often given too much healthcare information to process
   b. They can easily access healthcare services without barriers
   c. They face difficulties in understanding healthcare information and communicating with healthcare providers
   d. They receive faster treatment compared to English-speaking patients
8. The two national certifications commonly recognized for medical interpreters are the Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CorCHI) and the Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI), true or false?
9. What role do hospital social workers play in treating patients with behavioral health issues?
   a. They manage the financial accounts of patients
   b. They diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medications
   c. They provide counseling and support for patients dealing with mental health and substance use disorders
   d. They perform surgeries related to mental health conditions
10. The requirements for social workers vary from state to state, but most states require a minimum of a _______________.

Answer Key

1. a. Collecting and analyzing data to assess the health needs of a population
2. False
3. d. Drug and rehabilitation facilities, opioid treatment centers, and specialty hospitals
4. 90
5. c. Conducting surgical procedures in a hospital setting
6. high school diploma; certification
7. c. They face difficulties in understanding healthcare information and communicating with healthcare providers
8. True
9. c. They provide counseling and support for patients dealing with mental health and substance use disorders
10. bachelor’s degree