Mortuary Technician Funeral Service Law and Ethics

Question 1

What legal document allows a person to make decisions about their funeral arrangements in advance?

Accepted Answer

Pre-need contract

Answer

Living will

Answer

Last will and testament

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Power of attorney

Question 2

Which federal law requires funeral homes to provide itemized price lists?

Accepted Answer

Funeral Rule

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HIPAA

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ADA

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Fair Trade Act

Question 3

What is the ethical responsibility of a mortuary technician regarding client confidentiality?

Accepted Answer

Maintain confidentiality at all times

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Only protect information if requested

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Share with authorized vendors

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Use data for promotional purposes

Question 4

Which term describes the legal right to control disposition of remains?

Accepted Answer

Right of disposition

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Executor

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Administrator

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Power of attorney

Question 5

What should a mortuary professional do if a family disagrees about final arrangements?

Accepted Answer

Wait for court or legal clarification

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Proceed with majority vote

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Follow the eldest sibling's wishes

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Choose the least expensive option

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of an unethical business practice in funeral services?

Accepted Answer

Misrepresenting required services

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Providing itemized pricing

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Offering multiple options

Answer

Explaining embalming benefits