What is the primary purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?
A. To provide health insurance to all U.S. citizens
B. To protect patient privacy and secure health information
C. To ensure hospitals are adequately funded
D. To regulate healthcare providers’ licensing
Which of the following is a key component of patient-centered care?
A. Focusing solely on the patient’s medical needs
B. Involving patients in their own care decisions
C. Minimizing patient interaction
D. Prioritizing cost-efficiency over patient satisfaction
Which type of diabetes is most commonly diagnosed in children and young adults?
A. Type 1 diabetes
B. Type 2 diabetes
C. Gestational diabetes
D. Prediabetes
What is the recommended frequency for hand hygiene in a healthcare setting?
A. Only before and after meals
B. After every patient contact
C. Once per hour
D. Only at the end of each shift
Which of the following is a common symptom of a myocardial infarction (heart attack)?
A. Lower back pain
B. Shortness of breath and chest pain
C. Severe headache
D. Abdominal cramps
In a healthcare setting, what is the primary function of an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system?
A. To schedule patient appointments
B. To manage hospital finances
C. To digitally store and manage patient health information
D. To monitor employee performance
Which of the following strategies is most effective for preventing the spread of infection in hospitals?
A. Using disposable equipment for every patient
B. Isolating all patients in separate rooms
C. Implementing strict hand hygiene protocols
D. Administering antibiotics to all patients upon admission
Which vaccination is recommended annually for healthcare workers to prevent the spread of a common infectious disease?
A. Hepatitis B vaccine
B. Influenza vaccine
C. Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine
D. Varicella vaccine