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Test Bank - Legal and

Ethical Issues for Health

Professions, 5th Edition

(Elsevier, 2024), Chapter

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One of the four elements of negligence - {ASNWER}-Dereliction of duty The statute of limitations refers to - {ASNWER}-the amount of time someone has to file a lawsuit The civil cases seen in courts are suits that involve - {ASNWER}-Relationships The term ___ means that specific legal issue was settled in another similar case, setting a precedent - {ASNWER}-stare decisis In rem jurisdiction means that the courts has jurisdiction over - {ASNWER}-property Laws and regulations enforced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA are examples of - {ASNWER}-Administrative Law This develops from decisions previously made by courts, or precedents, and these are binding on all lower courts. - {ASNWER}-Common Law The branch of the government that is able to veto laws and enforces them is - {ASNWER}-Executive Branch An example of civil law is - {ASNWER}-A physician performing an endoscopy without a patient's consent. A physician is convicted of negligence, the physician may face all the following penalties except - {ASNWER}-Civil Lawsuit ___- a courts power to adjudicate cases filed against a specific individual as opposed to in rem jurisdiction, which concerns property disputes - {ASNWER}-In Personam Jurisdiction ___-a term that delineates the court's jurisdiction over property or things including marriage, rather than over persons - {ASNWER}-In Rem Jurisdiction

____-Court having jurisdiction over cases in which the U.S Constitution and federal statue apply (federal district courts, courts of appeals, or the US Supreme court - {ASNWER}-Federal Court ___-"The thing that speaks for itself" - {ASNWER}-Res Ipsa Loquitor Which is a situation in which the goal of law is not accurately portrayed? - {ASNWER}-A Woman takes her husband to court to obtain a divorce Which cases could be sent from the district court to the appellate court? - {ASNWER}-- A woman suing for the right to have an abortion i her last trimester of pregnancy.

• a Man suing a physician for negligence
• A parent suing on behalf of a child injured in a car accident. In the argument of when life begins, which of the following is not part of the argument - {ASNWER}- When the child takes it's first breath An ethical dilemma of artificial insemination can be - {ASNWER}-Full consent was not obtained by the partner for implantation Genetic engineering involves - {ASNWER}-Correcting the genetic code in chromosomes Why is stem cell research so important - {ASNWER}-Because they have the ability to divide and develop into many different types of cells A defendant is asked, "what did you see just before you stopped your car to help the victims of the car wreck?" What situation likely is involved? - {ASNWER}-Good Samaritan If a judge decides a case on the bases of findings of a previous court in a similar case, which Latin term applies? - {ASNWER}-Stare Decisis This branch of government proposes legislation and enforces laws - {ASNWER}-Executive The foundation of the law of the land is - {ASNWER}-The Constitution of the US

An example of utilitarianism would be the - {ASNWER}-decision of which patients should receive immunizations if supplies are limited Almost all professions and organizations hae standards of behavior for their employees called - {ASNWER}-code of ethics What does an ethics committee handle? - {ASNWER}-Decisions in possible violations of codes of ethics. What are values? - {ASNWER}-Principles by which an individual chooses to live What is autonomy? - {ASNWER}-An individual's right to make decisions for one's own life Who is the priority person regarded in healthcare organizations code of ethics? - {ASNWER}-Physician In the seven-step decision-making model, what is the first step that should be taken? - {ASNWER}- Determine the facts of the situation Definition of ethics is - {ASNWER}--The values that influence human behavior

• Tying our actions to what is right or wrong
• one's moral principles What is the first question on should ask when ethical business decisions? - {ASNWER}-Is it Legal? In the Dr. Bernard Lo. Clinical model method of decision making, one should first - {ASNWER}-Gather information What is Accrededation - {ASNWER}-Officially recognizing a person or organization for meeting standards established by an industry

An important program each healthcare facility should have is - {ASNWER}-Quality Assurance Programs What is medical etiquette when dealing with patients? - {ASNWER}-Treating them with respect and tolerance What is the difference between ethics and Law - {ASNWER}-Illegal acts are most likely unethical Values are - {ASNWER}-principles one chooses to live by The principle of "Doing no Harm" is - {ASNWER}-Non maleficence Take reason that most people enter the healthcare field is grounded in the principle of - {ASNWER}- Beneficence Respect for others whose beliefs, practices, religions, or customs may differ from our own is called - {ASNWER}-Tolerance Unwavering adherence to an individual's values and principles with dedication to high standards is - {ASNWER}-Integrity Ethical theory based on the greatest good for the greatest number is called - {ASNWER}-Utilitarianism This ethical theory is based on the obligation of the individual to perform his or her responsibility no matter the circumstance - {ASNWER}-Deontology or Duty-Based This ethics theory is based on character traits and quantities of individuals - {ASNWER}-Virtue-based ethics Actions that show respect for human dignity, such as being honest and putting the patient first, reflect which of the following principles - {ASNWER}-Integrity

Bio ethics is defined as the field of study examining the ethical dilemmas surrounding - {ASNWER}-- Advances in bio science

• advances in diagnostic treatment procedures
• ethical issues surrounding medical research What is the the main goal of ethical medical research? - {ASNWER}-Restore or prevent illness, death, and disabilities caused by diseases Committees designed to review all research proposals and make sure research standards are met are called - {ASNWER}-institutional review boards A blind study is when - {ASNWER}-The subject does not know whether he is getting the trial drug or a placebo The following key question is raised in debates about voluntary abortion - {ASNWER}-When does Human life begin? A nurse practicing in a private hospital may refuse to participate in performing in Vitro fertilization due to "ethical, moral or professional reasons." This is an example of the nurse utilizing - {ASNWER}-Conscience Clause Most medical conscience clauses evolved as a result of - {ASNWER}-Roe vs. Wade Which of the following factors are not taken into consideration regarding organ donation? - {ASNWER}- Patient's ethic background The Tuskagee Syphilis study illustrated the need for. - {ASNWER}-Informed consent when conduction medical research Gene therapy involves - {ASNWER}-Correcting the genetic code in chromosomes

All of the following are fundamental principles of ethics in conduction medical research except - {ASNWER}-Maleficence Which of the following is an argument against gene therapy - {ASNWER}--How would society determine which human traits are normal

• How would society view people who are different?
• How would society identity those disorders that wold be appropriate for gene therapy? What organization oversees the enforcement of equal rights and fights discrimination - {ASNWER}-EEOC What is another name for whistle-blower - {ASNWER}-Qui tam The right of an employee to have certain policies and procedures followed if he or she thinks his or her rights are in jeopardy is called - {ASNWER}-Due process Insurance that covers medical costs and wage replacement if an employee is injured on the job is - {ASNWER}-Workers Compensation This law prohibits sexual harassment and defines it as an act of sexual discrimination - {ASNWER}-Civil Rights Act Using the SOAP format, which are objectives data? - {ASNWER}-Patient points to lower area of stomach High levels of ___are essential in the medical field - {ASNWER}-Professionalism Define Professionalism - {ASNWER}-All the behaviors of the individual At-will employment means - {ASNWER}-the employer may fire an employee without warning

• Treating physicians Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, what are "reasonable accommodations" - {ASNWER}-Changes to any system or structure to make it more accessible What are workplace standards - {ASNWER}-Standards that are expected of employees dependent upon their position What is an example of disciplinary action for a minor infraction - {ASNWER}-Corrective Action Plan What is an example of a disciplinary action for a serious infraction - {ASNWER}-Permanent loss of license A compliance plan is used to - {ASNWER}-Inform the employee of potential measures to be taken when company policies are violated Protected health information is - {ASNWER}-information about any individual that is protected by law Which of the following provides basic rules of conduct between patients and healthcare professionals - {ASNWER}-Patients Bill of Rights An employee discovers that her clinic has been billing for medical services that it never provided to patients. She reports it, which makes her a/an - {ASNWER}-Whistle-blower The OIG stands for - {ASNWER}-Office of Inspector General The deliberate act of misrepresentation to gain financially is - {ASNWER}-Fraud Which of the following may result in an employee being sanctioned? - {ASNWER}-Committing Fraud The four components of negligence are - {ASNWER}-Duty, Dereliction of duty, Damages, and Direct Cause

An example of a high-risk area for malpractice in the healthcare field would be in - {ASNWER}-The ER Which of the following would be an important element in a malpractice case - {ASNWER}-What the documentation reflects happened Who can be named in a malpractice case - {ASNWER}-All parties who were involved in the case where the alleged injury occurred The discovery rule applies to - {ASNWER}-The statue of limitations for suing for an injury or illness ___- an individual, usually an employee, who turns in his or her employer for fraud and abuse - {ASNWER}-Whistleblower The most important point for an employer to remember when following disciplinary action on an employee is to - {ASNWER}--follow policies and procedures designated in the office handbook

• Make sure all actions and follow-up interactions are documented in the personnel file
• Counsel the employee concerning his or her rights and options in the disciplinary process ___-Are penalties to serve as punishment or enforcement of rules and regulations - {ASNWER}-Sanctions Consequences this is leveled against a legal or ethical violation is called - {ASNWER}-Disciplinary Action The office of the inspector General investigations - {ASNWER}-The Occupational Safety and Health Administration A physician bills an insurance company for services not rendered. This is considered - {ASNWER}-Fraud If due diligence is shown in a billing error on behalf of the provider, and any refunds are paid to the insurance company, generally - {ASNWER}-No further action is taken