FREE NCG Health Care & Personal Decision-Making Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the guardian’s role in health care decisions?

Accepted Answer

Act in the best interest of the ward

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Make choices for convenience

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Follow personal beliefs

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Consult any available relative

Question 2

When must a guardian consider the ward’s previously stated wishes?

Accepted Answer

Always when known and reasonable

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Only during emergencies

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When convenient for the guardian

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Never

Question 3

Which document expresses a person’s health care preferences?

Accepted Answer

Advance directive

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Bank statement

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Rental lease

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Guardianship petition

Question 4

How should a guardian approach end-of-life decisions?

Accepted Answer

Respect the ward’s values and documents

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Delay care indefinitely

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Base on guardian’s preference

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Ask other guardians

Question 5

What is a guardian’s responsibility in mental health care?

Accepted Answer

Ensure access to appropriate treatment

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Avoid mental health discussions

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Rely solely on family

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Ignore unless in crisis

Question 6

Which principle supports including the ward in decisions?

Accepted Answer

Supported decision-making

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Substitution

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Delegation

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Avoidance

Question 7

When making medical decisions for a ward, what should a National Certified Guardian prioritize?

Accepted Answer

The ward’s known preferences and best interests

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The guardian’s personal health beliefs

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The recommendations of the family alone

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Cost-effectiveness over quality of care

Question 8

If a ward refuses medical treatment that the guardian believes is necessary, what is the appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Consult with medical professionals and the court to determine legal and ethical next steps

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Force the ward to accept treatment

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Ignore the ward’s refusal and proceed anyway

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Change physicians until one agrees with the guardian

Question 9

What is the guardian’s role when choosing housing or residential placement for a ward?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the setting is the least restrictive and supports the ward’s dignity and quality of life

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To choose the most affordable option available

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To place the ward in institutional care by default

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To relocate the ward without any explanation or documentation