NHI Medical Law and Ethics 4

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of nonfeasance?

Accepted Answer

Failing to perform a required action that results in harm

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Performing the wrong procedure on a patient

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Performing a procedure incorrectly

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Administering the wrong medication

Question 2

The Good Samaritan Law is intended to protect:

Accepted Answer

Healthcare providers who voluntarily assist in emergency situations outside their workplace

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Hospitals from lawsuits during emergencies

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Patients who refuse emergency treatment

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Insurance companies from emergency claim denials

Question 3

Which action could constitute medical battery?

Accepted Answer

Performing a procedure the patient did not consent to

Answer

Diagnosing a patient incorrectly

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Failing to refer a patient to a specialist

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Billing for services not rendered

Question 4

The release of medical records to a patient's employer without patient authorization is:

Accepted Answer

A violation of patient confidentiality

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Permitted under HIPAA for occupational health purposes

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Required under OSHA regulations

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Acceptable if the employer pays for the care

Question 5

A breach of confidentiality is most likely permissible when:

Accepted Answer

A patient poses a credible threat of harm to an identifiable third party

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A patient's family member requests information

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An insurance company requests information for rate purposes

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A patient's employer needs documentation of an injury

Question 6

In the context of medical ethics, paternalism refers to:

Accepted Answer

Overriding a patient's autonomy in the belief it is for their benefit

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A father's right to consent for minor children

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Equal treatment of all patients regardless of gender

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Prioritizing family decisions over patient wishes

Question 7

Which element is NOT required to prove medical negligence?

Accepted Answer

Intentional harm by the provider

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

Answer

Causation and damages