Ch. 3

The Bill of Rights consists of ____ constitutional amendments.

10

Which of the following documents describes the power and limitations of each branch of the federal government?

Articles of the Constitution

The first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution are called the ____.

Bill of Rights

The ____ in the Constitution allows the federal government to influence healthcare across the country.

Commerce Clause

a federal law established to promote the adoption of health information technology while protecting patient privacy

HITECH Act

When the United States Constitution is described as the "supreme law of the land," what does that mean?

Laws passed by the federal government cannot be overruled by state and local governments.

Why do state governments have more flexibility than the federal government in regard to regulating and operating health services?

State governments retain any powers not reserved for the federal government.

laws established by a legislative body

statutes

The "limited power" granted to the US government were granted by ____.

the constitution

Government power not delegated to the federal government is reserved for ____.

the states

Local governments issue ordinances related to health, such as smoking regulations.

true

The Death with Dignity Act is an example of a state law.

true

The Preamble to the United States Constitution does not specifically mention health or healthcare.

true

The government's obligation to protect public safety and welfare is referred to as police power.

true

Under the "balance of powers" concept, the US Supreme Court can act to overturn federal legislation that violates the Constitution.

true

Common Law defines and limits the powers of the federal government.

false

Healthcare is mentioned in the preamble of the United States Constitution.

false

Malpractice claims are usually argued in federal courts.

false

The Constitutional requirement to provide "due process" means, for instance, that the government cannot deny services or benefits to a person without ____.

notice and an opportunity to be heard

While the United States Constitution allows for federal regulation of healthcare, implementation of these regulations is based on ____.

police power

A county can operate a full-service public hospital, but the President cannot. This is an example of ____.

retained power

Statutory law is created by ____.

legislative acts

Statutes are written by ____.

legislatures

What must occur for the federal government to override a person's constitutional right, such as an objection based on religious belief?

The government proves a compelling public interest.

Which of the following statements about regulations is true?

They are created by government agencies to provide guidance on law implementation.

All of the following statements about state constitutions are true except ____.

They can be changed by an act of the US Congress.

Which of the following statements about how local government ordinances can affect healthcare is false?

They can license healthcare providers.

the first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution, which protect the individual rights of citizens

bill of rights

Which of the following terms describes law that is made by courts as they resolve issues presented to them?

case law

law that is made by courts as they resolve issues presented to them

case law

a phrase within the United States Constitution that grants Congress extensive power to regulate the economy, particularly the flow of items and information between the states

commerce clause