PCT Ethics and Legal Considerations 2

Question 1

A patient's family member asks the PCT for details about the patient's diagnosis. What is the correct response?

Accepted Answer

Refer the family member to the nurse or physician

Answer

Patient health information is protected by HIPAA, and the PCT should direct inquiries about diagnosis and treatment to licensed providers who can verify authorization.

Question 2

What does the term 'informed consent' mean?

Accepted Answer

The patient receives adequate information about a procedure and voluntarily agrees to it

Answer

Informed consent requires that the patient receive clear information about the procedure, risks, benefits, and alternatives before voluntarily agreeing.

Question 3

A PCT discovers a coworker posting patient photos on social media. What action should be taken?

Accepted Answer

Report the violation to a supervisor immediately

Answer

Posting patient photos on social media is a serious HIPAA violation that must be reported to a supervisor for proper handling.

Question 4

An advance directive is a legal document that:

Accepted Answer

Specifies the patient's wishes for medical treatment if they become unable to communicate

Answer

An advance directive documents a patient's treatment preferences and designates a healthcare proxy for situations where the patient cannot speak for themselves.

Question 5

Which action by a PCT would be considered a breach of patient confidentiality?

Accepted Answer

Discussing a patient's condition in the elevator with a colleague

Answer

Discussing patient information in public areas where unauthorized individuals may overhear is a breach of confidentiality.

Patient Care Technician Test Practice Test

Patient Care Technician Test Practice Test

PCT Ethics and Legal Considerations 2