BCG Gerontological Care Planning & Ethics

Question 1

What is the primary goal of person-centered care planning in geriatrics?

Accepted Answer

Respecting individual preferences and values

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Meeting institutional goals

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Minimizing staff workload

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Focusing solely on physical care

Question 2

Which document is used to specify a person's wishes regarding medical treatment if they become incapacitated?

Accepted Answer

Living will

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Health proxy form

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Insurance policy

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Social security application

Question 3

Why is interprofessional collaboration important in gerontological care planning?

Accepted Answer

Supports comprehensive care

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Reduces patient visits

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Improves reimbursement rates

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Eliminates need for documentation

Question 4

Which ethical principle ensures that an older adult has the right to make their own healthcare decisions?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy

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Beneficence

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Nonmaleficence

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Justice

Question 5

What is a key component in discharge planning for geriatric patients?

Accepted Answer

Evaluating home and support system

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Ordering extra tests

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Arranging hospital transportation

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Delaying discharge

Question 6

What role does informed consent play in ethical gerontological care?

Accepted Answer

It supports patient autonomy

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It replaces medical records

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It allows treatment without explanation

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It applies only in emergencies