Patient Rights and Ethics Flashcards
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A client refuses to take a prescribed medication. What should the HHA do?
Answer: Respect the refusal and report it to the supervising nurse
Clients have the right to refuse treatment, and refusals must be documented and reported to the nurse.
Which document outlines a client's wishes for end-of-life medical care?
Answer: An advance directive
An advance directive states a client's healthcare wishes if they become unable to communicate.
An HHA notices bruises and signs of neglect on a client. What is the legal obligation?
Answer: Report suspected abuse to the supervisor or proper authority
HHAs are mandated reporters and must report suspected abuse or neglect.
What does maintaining client confidentiality require?
Answer: Discussing the client only with authorized care team members
Client information may only be shared with those directly involved in their care.
A client wants to make decisions about their daily routine. The HHA should:
Answer: Support the client's right to self-determination
Clients have the right to make choices about their own care and daily life.
Knocking before entering a client's room respects their right to:
Answer: Privacy
Knocking before entering protects the client's right to privacy.
Which action best demonstrates respect for a client's dignity?
Answer: Covering the client during personal care
Keeping a client covered during care preserves their dignity and modesty.