AAC Ethical & Legal Issues

Question 1

What is informed consent in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

Agreement after full information

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Agreeing without explanation

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Forced treatment

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Ignoring patient wishes

Question 2

Why is confidentiality important in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

To protect privacy

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To share information freely

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To advertise services

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To avoid documentation

Question 3

What is the role of advance directives in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

Express care preferences early

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Ignore patient wishes

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Replace legal guardians

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Control finances

Question 4

Which legal issue is critical when managing medications?

Accepted Answer

Following prescription orders

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Ignoring prescriptions

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Using expired drugs

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Self-medicating

Question 5

How should ethical dilemmas in dementia care be addressed?

Accepted Answer

Consulting ethical guidelines

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Ignoring dilemmas

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Making unilateral decisions

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Avoiding discussion

Question 6

What is mandated reporting in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

Reporting suspected abuse

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Keeping all information private

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Ignoring signs of neglect

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Reporting only with consent

Question 7

Why is maintaining professional boundaries important?

Accepted Answer

To ensure ethical care

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To build personal relationships

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To share personal information

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To gain favors

Question 8

What is the significance of documentation in ethical care?

Accepted Answer

To maintain accurate records

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To confuse others

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To avoid responsibility

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To delay care

Question 9

How do legal standards impact dementia care providers?

Accepted Answer

They ensure safe and legal care

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They have no impact

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They restrict care

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They allow ignoring safety