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CHAPTER 03 MOSBY´S ESSENTIALS FOR NURSING ASSISTANTS
WORK ETHICS
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Health Care
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01/15/2013

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CONFIDENTIALITY
Definition
Trusting other with personal and private infromation
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GOSSIP
Definition
To spread rumors or talk about the private matters of others
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HARRASEMENT
Definition
To troublr, toment, offend, or worry a person by one´s behavior or commments
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PRIORITY
Definition
The most important thing at the time
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PROFESSIONALISM
Definition
Following laws, being ethical, having good work ethics, and having the skills to do your work
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STRESS
Definition
The response or change in the body cause by any emotional, physical, social or economic factor 
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TEAMWORK
Definition
Staff members work together as a group; each person does his or her part to provide safe and effective care
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WORK ETHICS
Definition
Behavior in the workplace
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Work Ethics involve:
Definition
  • How you look
  • What you say
  • How you behave
  • How you treat and work with others
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Three things that are most in important to look  and act healthy 
Definition
  • Your Health
  • Your Hygiene
  • Your Apearance
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PRECEPTOR
Definition
A member of staff who guides another staff member.  They are not your supervisor
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You wear needed eyeglasses. This helps protect the person´s safety 

 

True 

False

Definition
True
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Childcare requires planning before you go to work

 

True

False

Definition
True
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Being on time for work means arriving at the time your shift begins

 

True 

False

Definition

False

 

Term

You share information about a person with your friend.  You could lose your job 

 

True

False

Definition
True
Term

You wear jeans to work, You could lose your job

 

True 

False

Definition
True
Term

You can use the agencyś computer for your homework

 

True 

False

Definition
False
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You can keep your wireless phone turned on while at work

 

True

False

Definition
False
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Harrasement is legal in the workplace

 

True

False

Definition
False
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In a resignation letter you should include any work problems

 

True 

False

Definition
False
Term

Which will not help you do your job well

a.Enough rest and sleep

b.Regular Excercise

c.Using Drugs and Alcohol 

d. Good Nutrition

Definition
c.Using Drugs and Alcohol 
Term

Which is not a good hygiene practice?

a.  Bathing daily

b. Using a deodorant

c.Brushing teeth after meals

d.Having long polished fingernails

Definition
d.Having long polished fingernails
Term

When do you ask questions about your job description? 

a.  After completing the job application

b.Before completing the job application

c. When your interview is scheduled

d. During the interview

Definition
d. During the interview
Term

Which of the following do employers look for the most?

a.Cooperation

b.Courtesy

c.Dependability

d.Empathy

Definition
c.Dependability
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What is proper to wear to a job interview?

a. A uniform

b.PArty Clothes

c.A simple dress or suit

d. Whatever is comfortable

Definition
c. A simple dress or suit
Term

Which is poor behavior during a job interview?

a.  Good eye contact with the interviewer

b.Shaking hands with the interviewer

c.Asking the interviewer questions

d.  Crossing your arms and legs


Definition
d. Crossing your arms and legs
Term
Why should you keep your nails short and neatly shaped?
Definition
Long fingernails can scratch a person.  Chipped nail polish can also provide a place for  microbes to grow
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You should not wear cologne or perfume to work because?
Definition
The scents may offend nauseate or cause breathing problems
Term
QUALITIES AND TRAITS FOR GOOD WORK ETHICS
Definition
  • Caring
  • Dependable
  • Considerate
  • Cheerful
  • Empathetic 
  • Trustworthy
  • Respectful
  • Courteous
  • Honest
Term
BEING ON TIME FOR A JOB INTERVIEW SHOWS THAT YOU ARE ?
Definition
DEPENDABLE
Term
WHEN YOU ARRIVE FOR A JOB INTERVIEW YOU SHOULD?
Definition
Tell the receptionist your name and why you are here
Term
How soon after a job interview should you send a thank you note?
Definition
Within 24 hours
Term
You are always willing to help and work with outher . You are being ?
Definition
Co-operative
Term
Knowing your own feelings and strenghts and weaknesses is the quality of ?
Definition
Self-awareness
Term
You have just completed a 2-week preceptor program, you are still not comfortable with your job duties , you should ?
Definition
Discuss your concerns with the administrator 
Term

Stress in your personal life affects your work

True

False

Definition
True
Term

You can lose your job for failing to maintain patient confidentiality

True

False

Definition
True
Term

Harrasement involves only sexual behavior

True

False

Definition
False
Term

Victims of sexual harrasement are always women

 

True 

False

Definition
False
Term
Common Reasons for losing a job include:
Definition

Poor Attendance

Abandonment

Falsifying a record 

Violent behaviour in the workplace

Weapons in the workplace

Having or using drugs in the work setting

Using offensive speech and language

Invading patient´s privacy

Defamation

SLeeping on the job

Abusing meals breaks

Tending to personal matters while on duty.

Abusing or neglecting a person

Term
When resigning from a job you should 
Definition

Give a written notice (2 weeks if possible) Include :

REason for leaving

The last day you will work

Comments thanking the employers for the opportunity to work in the agency

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