Specialty Certified Medical Assistant Medical Law, Ethics, and Compliance 2

Question 1

What is the statute of limitations in the context of medical malpractice?

Accepted Answer

The time period within which a legal action must be filed

Answer

The statute of limitations defines the legal deadline by which a malpractice lawsuit must be filed, varying by state.

Question 2

Which of the following situations requires mandatory reporting by a medical assistant?

Accepted Answer

A patient disclosing domestic abuse

Answer

Suspected or disclosed domestic abuse is a mandatory reporting situation in most US states to protect victim safety.

Question 3

What does the term 'respondeat superior' mean in a medical-legal context?

Accepted Answer

An employer is legally responsible for the actions of their employees performed within the scope of employment

Answer

Respondeat superior is a legal doctrine holding employers liable for negligent acts of employees performed during the course of their employment.

Question 4

Which document gives a designated person authority to make healthcare decisions for a patient who is incapacitated?

Accepted Answer

A durable power of attorney for healthcare

Answer

A durable power of attorney for healthcare (healthcare proxy) designates a surrogate decision-maker when the patient cannot make their own medical decisions.

Question 5

What is the minimum length of time medical records must typically be retained for adults under most US state regulations?

Accepted Answer

7-10 years

Answer

Most US states require adult medical records to be retained for 7-10 years from the date of last treatment, though requirements vary by state.

Specialty Certified Medical Assistant Practice Test

Specialty Certified Medical Assistant Practice Test

Specialty Certified Medical Assistant Medical Law, Ethics, and Compliance 2