Question

1. review the different health care careers and find at least three (3) careers that interest you. list the three careers and include a brief description of the duties and educational requirements of each. also include a brief statement about why you might like to work in each career.

1. choose one of the careers that interests you and search the internet for specific information about this career. obtain information from the professional organization for the career, the occupational outlook handbook website of the u. s. bureau of labor statistics, and other similar reliable sites. write a brief report with a description of the career, specific job duties, educational requirements, employment outlook, average salaries, and include at least two (2) schools offering accredited programs. then summarize why you think you would be qualified for this career and how you would prepare now to enter it after graduation.

1. after you begin working in a health care career, why might it be beneficial to join a professional organization? list at least four (4) benefits.

1. identify the group of national health care standards that specify the knowledge and skills required of team members in health care careers that are involved in:

a. creating a picture of the health status of the patient at a single point in time
b. comprehending how biotechnology contributes to health and the quality of life
c. creating a therapeutic environment to provide direct or indirect patient care
d. changing the health status of the patient over time
e. documenting patient care and communicating information accurately

Explanation:

Question 9

To answer this, we first identify three healthcare careers. Let's choose Registered Nurse (RN), Physician, and Physical Therapist.

1. Registered Nurse (RN):

• Duties: Provide patient care, administer medications, monitor vital signs, educate patients and families.
• Educational Requirements: Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); pass NCLEX - RN exam.
• Why Like: Direct patient interaction, ability to help in healing, diverse work settings (hospitals, clinics, etc.).

1. Physician:

• Duties: Diagnose illnesses, develop treatment plans, perform surgeries (for some), conduct research.
• Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, medical school (MD/DO), residency, licensure.
• Why Like: Solve complex medical problems, long - term patient relationships, advance medical knowledge.

1. Physical Therapist:

• Duties: Restore mobility, reduce pain, design exercise programs, educate on injury prevention.
• Educational Requirements: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, pass licensure exam.
• Why Like: Help patients regain function, see tangible progress, focus on movement and wellness.

1. Career Description: Registered Nurses care for patients, coordinate care, and educate on health.
2. Specific Job Duties: Assess patient health, administer treatments/medications, operate medical equipment, collaborate with healthcare teams.
3. Educational Requirements: ADN/BSN, NCLEX - RN.
4. Employment Outlook: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects 6% growth (2022 - 2032), due to aging population.
5. Average Salaries: BLS reports median annual wage of $81,220 (2023).
6. Accredited Programs:

• University of Pennsylvania (BSN).
• Chamberlain University (ADN, BSN, DNP).

1. Qualification & Preparation: Qualified by empathy, communication skills, and academic preparation. Prepare by excelling in science courses, gaining clinical experience, joining nursing organizations (e.g., ANA).

We identify four benefits of joining a professional healthcare organization (using ANA for RNs as an example, but applicable to most healthcare fields):

1. Continuing Education: Access to courses, workshops, and certifications to stay updated on best practices.
2. Networking: Connect with peers, mentors, and experts, leading to job opportunities and collaboration.
3. Advocacy: Organizations advocate for policy changes (e.g., better staffing ratios) and professional rights.
4. Resources & Support: Access to research, journals, and legal/ethical guidance for practice.

Answer:

1. Registered Nurse (RN): Duties - Patient care, medication administration, vital sign monitoring, patient education. Education - ADN/BSN, NCLEX - RN. Why - Direct patient help, diverse settings.
2. Physician: Duties - Diagnose, treat, research, perform procedures. Education - Bachelor’s, medical school, residency, licensure. Why - Solve medical issues, patient relationships.
3. Physical Therapist: Duties - Restore mobility, pain management, exercise programming. Education - DPT, licensure. Why - Tangible patient progress, wellness focus.

Question 10 (Let's choose Registered Nurse for this example)