Legal & Ethical Behaviours 4 Flashcards
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A resident asks the CNA to keep a secret about something that happened during care. What should the CNA do?
Answer: Refuse to promise secrecy if it involves safety or abuse
CNAs cannot promise secrecy when information involves potential harm, abuse, or safety concerns, as reporting is a legal and ethical obligation.
Which action by a CNA constitutes a HIPAA violation?
Answer: Telling a friend about a resident's diagnosis after work
Sharing a resident's health information with unauthorized individuals such as personal friends violates HIPAA privacy regulations.
A CNA witnesses a coworker stealing medication from a resident's room. What is the FIRST action the CNA should take?
Answer: Report it immediately to the supervisor or charge nurse
Witnessing theft of medication is a serious legal and ethical matter that requires immediate reporting to a supervisor.
What does the term 'scope of practice' mean for a CNA?
Answer: The specific tasks a CNA is legally trained and authorized to perform
Scope of practice defines the specific duties and procedures a CNA is legally permitted to perform based on their training and state regulations.
A resident with dementia becomes agitated and starts hitting the CNA. What is the ethically appropriate response?
Answer: Step back, ensure safety, and report the behavior to the nurse
The CNA should protect their own safety, avoid physical restraint without an order, and report the behavior so a care plan adjustment can be made.
Which of the following best describes 'false imprisonment' in a long-term care setting?
Answer: Preventing a resident from leaving their room without lawful justification
False imprisonment occurs when a resident is confined or their movement is restricted without a legal or medical justification.
A CNA accidentally spills hot liquid on a resident causing a burn. What should the CNA do?
Answer: Report the incident immediately to the nurse and complete an incident report
All accidents must be reported immediately and documented through an incident report to ensure proper treatment and legal accountability.