NRCMA Medical Law and Ethics 2

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the 'standard of care' in medical malpractice cases?

Accepted Answer

The care a reasonably competent healthcare professional would provide under similar circumstances

Answer

Standard of care is measured by what a reasonably competent professional in the same field would do under similar circumstances.

Question 2

A patient who is unconscious in an emergency room cannot give consent. In this situation, which type of consent applies?

Accepted Answer

Implied consent

Answer

Implied consent allows treatment in emergencies when the patient is unable to consent and delay would result in harm.

Question 3

Under the doctrine of respondeat superior, who is held legally responsible for the negligent acts of an employee performed within the scope of employment?

Accepted Answer

The employer

Answer

Respondeat superior ('let the master answer') holds employers vicariously liable for employees' negligent acts committed within the scope of employment.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT one of the four Ds of negligence?

Accepted Answer

Defamation

Answer

The four Ds of negligence are Duty, Dereliction, Direct cause, and Damages; Defamation is a separate tort.

Question 5

A patient has the right to access their own medical records under which federal law?

Accepted Answer

HIPAA

Answer

HIPAA grants patients the right to inspect, obtain copies of, and request amendments to their medical records.

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NRCMA Medical Law and Ethics 2