AP Safety, Clean Needle Technique & Ethics 2

Question 1

When a patient discloses they are HIV-positive, the acupuncturist's primary obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Maintain confidentiality and use standard precautions

Answer

Standard (universal) precautions are applied to ALL patients regardless of known infection status, and patient HIV status is strictly confidential.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the 'one-handed scoop' technique in acupuncture practice?

Accepted Answer

A method to recap needles safely using only one hand

Answer

The one-handed scoop technique allows practitioners to recap a needle using only one hand, minimizing the risk of needlestick injury.

Question 3

A patient requests that their acupuncturist share treatment details with their chiropractor. The acupuncturist should:

Accepted Answer

Obtain a signed written authorization from the patient first

Answer

A signed written authorization from the patient is required before disclosing protected health information (PHI) to another provider outside a direct treatment relationship.

Question 4

The BEST location for a sharps disposal container in a treatment room is:

Accepted Answer

Mounted at point-of-use, within arm's reach of the practitioner

Answer

Sharps containers should be placed at the point of use so needles can be immediately and safely disposed of without recapping or carrying.

Question 5

An acupuncturist discovers that a colleague is practicing while impaired by alcohol. The most appropriate first action is to:

Accepted Answer

Report the concern to the state licensing board

Answer

Practitioners have an ethical and often legal obligation to report impaired colleagues to the relevant licensing authority to protect public safety.

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AP Safety, Clean Needle Technique & Ethics 2