Radiation Health and Safety Test Professional Ethics & Legal Standards 2

Question 1

Which legal doctrine holds an employer responsible for the negligent acts of an employee performed within the scope of employment?

Accepted Answer

Respondeat superior

Answer

Respondeat superior makes employers vicariously liable for employees' negligence on the job.

Question 2

A technologist performs an exam on a competent patient who clearly refused it. This act is most likely to be considered:

Accepted Answer

Battery

Answer

Touching or treating a patient without consent constitutes battery.

Question 3

Which statement best describes the ALARA principle as an ethical obligation?

Accepted Answer

Exposure should be kept as low as reasonably achievable

Answer

ALARA requires minimizing exposure, taking economic and social factors into account.

Question 4

Under HIPAA, which of the following disclosures of patient information is generally permitted without written authorization?

Accepted Answer

Disclosure for treatment purposes among providers

Answer

HIPAA permits uses and disclosures for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.

Question 5

A technologist notices a coworker repeatedly not wearing a personal dosimeter. What is the most appropriate first action?

Accepted Answer

Report the concern through the proper channel, such as the radiation safety officer

Answer

Ethical practice requires reporting safety violations to the appropriate authority such as the RSO.

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