p.11
Nursing Roles and Training
What role do healthcare assistants play in Hong Kong's healthcare settings?
They provide nursing support in hospitals and care homes.
p.14
Social Work and Community Services
What educational background is required to apply for Social Security Assistant positions?
Graduates of secondary schools.
p.6
Chinese Medicine Practices
What is required to become a registered Chinese medicine practitioner?
Completion of an undergraduate degree course in Chinese medicine practice and passing the Licensing Examination.
p.13
Social Work and Community Services
What does the Social Workers Registration Ordinance regulate?
It regulates the use of the title 'social worker' and establishes a register of registered social workers.
p.2
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What does Internal Medicine focus on?
Diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the internal organ systems of adults.
p.2
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What is the focus of Surgery as a medical specialty?
Operative manual and instrumental techniques to investigate and/or treat pathological conditions.
p.7
Nursing Roles and Training
What is the duration of the pre-registration nursing program required for Registered Nurses (RNs) in Hong Kong?
3 years for pre-registration or 2 years for pre-enrolled nursing programs.
p.7
Nursing Roles and Training
How are nurses in Hong Kong categorized?
Into general and specialized nurses.
p.1
Medical Licensing and Examination
What must all medical graduates in Hong Kong attend after their training?
The Licensing Examination held by the Hong Kong Medical Council.
p.8
Medical Licensing and Examination
Which professions are regulated under the Supplementary Medical Professions Ordinance?
Medical laboratory technologists, occupational therapists, optometrists, physiotherapists, and radiographers.
p.2
Medical Education and Training
What qualification do medical graduates need to become general practitioners?
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS).
What is the primary focus of occupational therapy?
Helping people perform day-to-day tasks and contribute to the community.
How do occupational therapists enhance their clients' functions?
Through participation in therapeutic activities.
p.2
Medical Licensing and Examination
Which organization recognizes the examination for medical specialists in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong Academy of Medicine.
p.10
Dietitian Roles and Training
What is included in the Postgraduate Diploma program for dietitians?
An 8-month internship in local hospitals.
p.10
Dietitian Roles and Training
What must graduates do after completing their training to work as dietitians?
Pass an examination and apply to be British-registered dietitians.
p.5
Medical Licensing and Examination
What is the role of the Dental Council of Hong Kong?
Responsible for the registration of dentists, conduct of the Licensing Examination, and maintenance of ethics and professional standards.
p.6
Nursing Roles and Training
What is the minimum age requirement to become an enrolled nurse?
18 years of age or above.
p.8
Medical Licensing and Examination
What is the main focus of the Supplementary Medical Professions Council?
To oversee the registration and regulation of supplementary medical professions.
p.11
Nursing Roles and Training
What topics are covered in healthcare assistant training courses?
Basic and elderly care, first aid, wound care, pharmacology, and prevention of infectious diseases.
p.14
Social Work and Community Services
What training is required for individuals to become certified welfare workers?
They need to attend training courses organized by Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs).
p.12
Social Work and Community Services
What must health workers pass to obtain qualification for registration?
Written and practical examinations.
p.8
Medical Licensing and Examination
What does the Supplementary Medical Professions Ordinance provide?
A statutory framework for the registration, discipline, and management of certain medical professions.
What is the role of occupational therapists?
To help people with disabilities achieve their optimum level of functioning.
p.10
Dietitian Roles and Training
What degree program must candidates complete to become registered dietitians in Hong Kong?
A degree program on nutrition at the Chinese University of Hong Kong or the Hong Kong University.
What regulates the practice of occupational therapy in Hong Kong?
The Supplementary Medical Professions Ordinance.
p.11
Nursing Roles and Training
How do health workers differ from healthcare assistants?
Health workers need knowledge of medicine to dispense medication and read medical reports.
p.11
Nursing Roles and Training
Who can participate in healthcare assistant training courses?
Graduates of secondary schools.
p.5
Dentistry and Dental Care
Which institution awards bachelor and master degrees in dentistry that may qualify for registration in Hong Kong?
The University of Hong Kong and overseas institutions.
p.15
Social Work and Community Services
What are some basic principles of counselling?
Providing opportunities for clients to behave resourcefully, ensuring voluntary service, clarifying the basis of counselling, respecting client rights, and maintaining confidentiality.
p.9
Dietitian Roles and Training
What do registered dietitians provide guidance on?
Food and nutrition to promote health and well-being.
p.13
Social Work and Community Services
Name one professional association for social workers in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Social Workers’ Association (HKSWA) or Hong Kong Social Workers’ General Union.
p.12
Social Work and Community Services
What is the legal definition of social work established by?
The Social Workers Registration Ordinance (Cap. 505).
p.7
Nursing Roles and Training
What must Registered Nurses in Hong Kong complete before being fully registered?
At least one year of supervised practice.
p.12
Social Work and Community Services
What qualifications are needed to become an Assistant Social Work Officer?
A recognized social work degree from local or overseas institutions.
p.4
Dentistry and Dental Care
What is the role of dental hygienists?
Provide preventive oral health care under the supervision of a dentist.
p.14
Social Work and Community Services
What is the role of Social Security Officers and Assistants?
They are responsible for different types of social security schemes.
p.6
Nursing Roles and Training
What type of courses have been launched for enrolled nurses since 2005?
Full-time 2-year courses for general and psychiatric enrolled nurses.
p.14
Social Work and Community Services
In what settings do welfare workers typically operate?
In halfway houses or group homes.
p.12
Social Work and Community Services
What is the minimum educational requirement for health workers in the Social Welfare Department?
Completion of secondary education and approved training courses.
p.5
Medical Licensing and Examination
What does the Ancillary Dental Workers (Dental Hygienists) Regulations empower the Dental Council to do?
Provide enrolment and regulation of dental hygienists.
p.15
Social Work and Community Services
When should social workers refer clients to professional counselling services?
When clients have specialized and individual behavioral problems.
p.3
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What does Otorhinolaryngology treat?
Diseases of the ears, nose, sinuses, and throat.
p.15
Social Work and Community Services
What contributes to a counsellor's professional recognition?
Their bachelor or master degree in counselling.
p.3
Medical Licensing and Examination
What is the role of the Medical Council of Hong Kong?
Maintains a register of eligible medical practitioners and administers the Licensing Examination.
p.4
Dentistry and Dental Care
What roles do ancillary dental workers include?
Dental assistants and dental hygienists.
p.8
Medical Licensing and Examination
What is the role of the Physiotherapists Board?
To maintain a register of physiotherapists and promote standards of professional practice and conduct.
p.10
Dietitian Roles and Training
What is the current regulatory status of registered dietitians in Hong Kong?
There is no regulatory system for registered dietitians.
p.13
Social Work and Community Services
What is required for a person to register as a social worker?
They must register with the Social Workers Registration Board.
p.14
Social Work and Community Services
What qualifications are preferred for welfare workers?
Certificates or associate degrees in human services, gerontology, or social/behavioral sciences.
p.10
Dietitian Roles and Training
What are the eligibility requirements for registered dietitians according to the Hong Kong Dietitians Association?
They must be registered in the US, Britain, Canada, or Australia with a relevant university degree.
p.5
Chinese Medicine Practices
What specialties may Chinese medical practitioners specialize in?
Traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and bone setting.
p.2
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What is the focus of Community Medicine?
Public health services emphasizing preventive medicine and epidemiology.
p.2
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What does Psychiatry focus on?
Treatment and study of mental disorders.
p.7
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
What qualifications are required to become a physiotherapist?
A recognized three or four-year university-based course leading to a Bachelor of Science in physiotherapy.
p.6
Nursing Roles and Training
What roles do nurses play in addition to providing care?
Health educator, health promoter, counsellor, client advocate, care-coordinator, and researcher.
p.11
Nursing Roles and Training
What general duties do healthcare assistants perform for patients?
Recording vital signs, assisting with toileting and bathing, encouraging mobility, and carrying out domestic duties.
Which university offers occupational therapy degree programs in Hong Kong?
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
p.13
Social Work and Community Services
What happens if a person's name does not appear on the Register of registered social workers?
They cannot use the title 'social worker' or related descriptions.
p.14
Social Work and Community Services
What is the role of a programme worker?
Similar to that of a welfare worker, created after the implementation of a lump-sum grant.
p.12
Social Work and Community Services
What does social work aim to achieve?
To help people help themselves and enhance individual and social well-being.
p.3
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What is the role of anesthesiologists during surgery?
They are responsible for anesthesia.
p.3
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What is the focus of dental surgeons?
Treatment of teeth and related diseases.
p.7
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
What types of therapies do physiotherapists use?
Hot/cold therapy, water therapy, and compression therapy.
p.11
Nursing Roles and Training
What are some of the expanding functions of healthcare assistants?
Care of wounds and first aid, in addition to basic patient support tasks.
p.13
Social Work and Community Services
What qualification must a person obtain to use the title 'social worker'?
A recognized social work qualification such as a master's, bachelor's, associate degree, advanced diploma, honor diploma, or diploma.
p.10
Dietitian Roles and Training
What additional course must candidates take after their degree to qualify as registered dietitians?
A two-year part-time Postgraduate Diploma in Human Nutrition and Dietetics.
p.5
Medical Licensing and Examination
What is required for dentists to register in Hong Kong according to the Dentists Registration Ordinance?
A bachelor degree of dentistry, passing the Licensing Examination, and registration in the Hong Kong Dental Council.
p.15
Social Work and Community Services
How do social workers utilize counselling skills?
They use social resources to help clients cope with changes in their living environment and interpersonal relationships.
p.9
Dietitian Roles and Training
What is the responsibility of dietitians working in clinics?
To provide medical services on nutrition and design interventions for nutrient absorption.
p.2
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What does Family Medicine provide?
Comprehensive and consistent primary health care to individual patients and their families.
p.3
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
Which two surgical specialties are often combined to form a single medical specialty?
Obstetrics and gynecology.
p.7
Nursing Roles and Training
What is the regulatory body for nursing in Hong Kong?
Nursing Council of Hong Kong.
p.1
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What are the career pathways available for medical graduates in Hong Kong?
Recognised Qualification, Higher Academic and Specialist Qualification, Study/Research/Teaching, and Practice in various healthcare settings.
p.8
Medical Licensing and Examination
What council was established under the Supplementary Medical Professions Ordinance?
The Supplementary Medical Professions Council.
p.6
Nursing Roles and Training
What educational background is typically required for enrolled nurses?
Graduation from secondary school; some courses may require at least one science subject.
p.14
Social Work and Community Services
What is the primary function of welfare workers?
To help social workers or health care workers provide services to people.
p.6
Chinese Medicine Practices
What does the Chinese Medicine Ordinance require for practitioners?
All Chinese medicine practitioners must be registered before they can practice in Hong Kong.
p.6
Chinese Medicine Practices
What is the role of the Chinese Medicine Council of Hong Kong?
To implement regulatory measures for Chinese medicine practitioners and ensure professional standards.
p.11
Nursing Roles and Training
Why is the role of health workers becoming increasingly important?
Due to the ageing population and the rising need for elderly services.
p.14
Social Work and Community Services
What was the purpose of employing programme workers by the government?
To reduce the unemployment rate.
p.5
Chinese Medicine Practices
How do Chinese medical practitioners differ from western medical practitioners in their training?
They are trained comprehensively and can give treatment across different specialties.
p.12
Social Work and Community Services
What types of services do social workers provide?
Family and child welfare, youth work, rehabilitation services, elderly services, and more.
p.3
Medical Licensing and Examination
What ordinance empowers the Medical Council of Hong Kong?
Medical Registration Ordinance.
p.8
Medical Licensing and Examination
What is the purpose of the Physiotherapist (Registration and Disciplinary Procedure) Regulation?
To outline the registration and disciplinary procedures for physiotherapists.
p.15
Social Work and Community Services
What is the primary goal of counselling?
To help individuals explore their thoughts, feelings, and behavior for clearer self-understanding.
What is the function of the Occupational Therapists Board?
To maintain a register of occupational therapists and promote professional standards.
p.6
Chinese Medicine Practices
What is the main purpose of regulating Chinese medicine?
To protect public health and consumers' rights and ensure professional standards.
p.10
Dietitian Roles and Training
What are the qualifications for accredited dietitians in Hong Kong?
They must be registered with relevant bodies in the UK, US, Canada, or Australia.
p.2
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What does Emergency Medicine specialize in?
Treatment of a variety of acute conditions in Accident and Emergency Departments.
p.1
Medical Education and Training
What degree do medical undergraduates attain after five years of training?
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS).
p.1
Medical Education and Training
Which institutions provide training for medical graduates in Hong Kong?
Hospital Authority and Department of Health.
p.4
Dentistry and Dental Care
Where can dental hygienists promote dental health?
Community centers, schools, shopping malls, and large groups.
p.5
Dentistry and Dental Care
What is the primary function of The Prince Philip Dental Hospital?
To provide facilities for the training of student dentists and dental ancillary personnel.
p.11
Nursing Roles and Training
What is the primary role of health workers in the healthcare system?
To provide care in aged homes and rehabilitation institutions.
p.10
Dietitian Roles and Training
What is the role of the Hong Kong Dietitians Association?
It is a professional body for dietitians in Hong Kong.
p.9
Dietitian Roles and Training
What are dietitians responsible for in food service institutions?
Planning and managing food service operations.
p.1
Medical Education and Training
What is required after completing medical courses in Hong Kong?
A one-year internship in different hospital departments.
p.4
Dentistry and Dental Care
What are the responsibilities of a Dental Surgery Assistant?
Assist the dentist, manage infection control, and teach oral hygiene knowledge.
p.13
Social Work and Community Services
What is the purpose of the Social Workers Registration Board?
To monitor the quality of social workers and protect the interests of service users and the general public.
p.2
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
What is the primary concern of Pediatrics?
Care and development of children and prevention and treatment of children's diseases.
p.15
Social Work and Community Services
Is there a regulation for the registration of counsellors?
No, there is no regulation required for counsellors' registration.
p.5
Chinese Medicine Practices
What does bone-setting involve?
Manipulation or 'setting' of fractured bones, ruptured sinews, and muscles to alleviate injury.
p.7
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
What is the primary focus of physiotherapy?
To raise body functions and activities to the highest level and promote well-being.
p.1
Medical Specialties in Hong Kong
Where can medical practitioners in Hong Kong practice?
Hospital Authority, Department of Health, private hospitals/clinics, and private practice.
p.4
Dentistry and Dental Care
What is the purpose of the Higher Diploma in Dental Hygiene program?
To provide professional training and knowledge for a career in dental hygiene.
p.12
Social Work and Community Services
What is the focus of the training for health workers?
Skills of caring for the elderly, including a 40-hour internship in residential service.
p.15
Social Work and Community Services
What is the role of the Hong Kong Professional Counselling Association?
To promote the standard of practice of counselling and provide guidance for counselling education in Hong Kong.
p.12
Social Work and Community Services
Where do Registered Social Workers (RSW) typically work?
In the Social Welfare Department and over 300 social service agencies in Hong Kong.
p.12
Social Work and Community Services
What qualifications are required to register as a Social Work Assistant?
A recognized social work diploma from local or overseas institutions.
p.1
Medical Licensing and Examination
What are the three parts of the Licensing Examination in Hong Kong?
Examination in Professional Knowledge, Proficiency Test in Medical English, and Clinical Examination.
p.9
Dietitian Roles and Training
What role do dietitians play in the community?
Providing advice on nutrition and diet to prevent disease and promote public health.
p.5
Chinese Medicine Practices
What is acupuncture?
A technique where fine needles are inserted into specific points on the body to increase circulation and balance energy (Qi).
p.1
Medical Education and Training
Which universities in Hong Kong provide training for medical undergraduates?
The Chinese University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong University.
p.7
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
What are the responsibilities of a physiotherapist?
Examining patients, designing therapeutic interventions, and preventing injuries.
p.4
Dentistry and Dental Care
What training do dental hygienists receive?
Higher Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Certificate of Proficiency in Dental Surgery Assisting.
p.4
Dentistry and Dental Care
What are the primary responsibilities of a dentist?
Diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of oral diseases, including cosmetic procedures and surgeries.
