💼 Professionalism, Ethics & Modern Topics Flashcards
(19 cards)
Professionalism
Conduct, behavior, and attitude of a healthcare worker.
Communication
Clear, respectful interaction with patients and team.
Ethics in the Workplace
Moral principles guiding behavior.
Debate Topics
Should minors be allowed to consent to medical procedures without parents?
Social Media Responsibility
Avoid sharing confidential info; stay professional.
Safe Working Environments
Clean, secure, and respectful spaces for staff and patients.
Universal Precautions
Treat all bodily fluids as if infectious.
Hospital Color Codes
Standard alerts (e.g., Code Blue = cardiac arrest).
Decontamination
Removing contaminants to prevent infection.
Autoclave Use
Sterilization device using heat and pressure.
Adaptability
Being flexible and responsive to change.
Creativity
Thinking outside the box to solve problems.
Innovation
Using new ideas or tools to improve care.
Optimism
Positive outlook even in tough situations.
Survival
Ability to endure and overcome health crises.
Organ Transplant
Replacing a failing organ with a donor organ.
Artificial Womb
Experimental technology to grow fetuses outside the human body.
UNLV Pediatric Hospital
New medical innovation and care facility in Las Vegas.
Infectious Disease Calculations
Math skills for tracking spread and impact of diseases.