Chapter Two: Professionalism

Question 1

appearance

Answer 1

outward or visible persona that a person gives to other individuals

Question 2

attitudes

Answer 2

behave somewhat arrogantly or disrespectfully showing off your ego

Question 3

behaviors

Answer 3

a term used to describe professional characteristics or attitudes that are expected in particular professions

Question 4

biases

Answer 4

a person’s slant toward a particular belief

Question 5

confidential

Answer 5

being prudent and conscious, revealed in confidence; secret information-especially in regard to speech

Question 6

continuing education

Answer 6

education designed to further skills and knowledge in a specific field. In some careers it is required to maintain certification or licensure

Question 7

critical thinking

Answer 7

using deductive reasoning to examine a problem or issue from a variety of different angles in order to arrive at the most appropriate conclusion and using that information in order to guide behaviors

Question 8

diversity

Answer 8

understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences

Question 9

empathetic

Answer 9

put yourself in another person’s shoes; think about what is best for the patient

Question 10

feedback

Answer 10

information about a person’s performance of a task or skill which is used as a basis for improvement

Question 11

initiative

Answer 11

a willingness to get things done and take responsibility; take charge

Question 12

innate

Answer 12

characteristics that are inherent or natural, while others must be learned

Question 13

integrity

Answer 13

doing the right thing in a reliable way; having a moral compass

Question 14

organized

Answer 14

having one’s matters in order to deal with them efficiently

Question 15

prejudices

Answer 15

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

Question 16

prioritize

Answer 16

arranging in order of importance

Question 17

punctual

Answer 17

doing something at the agreed or proper time; on time

Question 18

resiliency

Answer 18

ability to overcome challenges such as trauma, tragedy, personal crises, and life problems- and bounce back stronger and wiser with a greater sense of self-esteem

Question 19

self-awareness

Answer 19

an awareness of one’s own personality or uniqueness

Question 20

self-confidence

Answer 20

how you feel about your abilities, believing in oneself and assured

Question 21

team player

Answer 21

works cooperatively with a group of people

Question 22

time management

Answer 22

an assortment of skills, tools, and practices used to manage time during daily activities and when accomplishing specific projects

Question 23

work ethic

Answer 23

set of values held by employees of performing work for a moral good