MEDA 201 FINAL COMBO
A. List of registered voters
12 jurors are chosen to hear a civil case involving malpractice. How are jurors most often selected? A. Lists of registered voters B. Recommendations of the judge C. Recommendations of the attorneys D. Lists of court officials
A. Mature minor
A 17-year-old male teenager lives with his parents and meets the requirements to give informed consent to have his tonsils removed. Which of the following would this teenager be considered? A. Mature minor B. Emancipated minor C. Protected minor D. Knowledgeable minor
A. Mature minor
A 17-year-old male teenager lives with his parents and meets the requirements to give informed consent to have his tonsils removed. Which of the following would this teenager be considered? A. Mature minor B. Emancipated minor C. Protected minor D. Knowledgeable minor
D. 10
A 1995 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that nearly 4 out of every 10 terminally ill patients spend at least how many days in intensive care connected to life-sustaining machines? A. 2 B. 5 C. 8 D. 10
C. A physician who is an agnostic
A 2010 British study that surveyed 8,500 physicians found that their religious beliefs often affected the quality of end-of-life care administered. According to this study, which of the following physicians would be most likely to discuss comfort care only for critically ill patients? A. A physician who was raised a Catholic B. A physician who was raised in the Jewish faith C. A physician who is an agnostic D. A physician who believes in God
C. The employee
A bonded employee in a medical office embezzles money from the employer. In most situations, from whom will the money ultimately be recovered? A. The employer B. The insurance carrier C. The employee D. The government
C. The employee
A bonded employee in a medical office embezzles money from the employer. In most situations, from whom will the money ultimately be recovered? A. The employer B. The insurance carrier C. The employee D. The government
B. Preoperational stage
A child life specialist caring for children in the pediatric ward plays a game with a young patient who is enjoying the game, but makes up the rules as she goes along. This behavior is characteristic of what stage of moral development? A. Sensorimotor stage B. Preoperational stage C. Concrete operational stage D. Formal operational stage
D. Formal operational stage
A child tells a nurse that he stole money from his mother's purse because he needed money to buy some candy. He also states that he knows what he did was wrong and will not do it again. Based on this conversation, what stage of moral development would this child be experiencing? A. Sensorimotor stage B. Preoperational stage C. Concrete operational stage D. Formal operational stage
d. formal operational stage
A child tells a nurse that he stole money from his mother's purse because he needed money to buy some candy. He also states that he knows what he did was wrong and will not do it again. Based on this conversation, what stage of moral development would this child be experiencing? a. sensorimotor stage b. preoperational stage c. concrete operational stage d. formal operational stage
D. Attempted burglary
A criminal act may be classified as a felony or a misdemeanor. Which of the following is an example of a misdemeanor? A. Child abuse B. Domestic violence C. Tax evasion D. Attempted burglary
D. Attempted burglary
A criminal act may be classified as a felony or a misdemeanor. Which of the following is an example of a misdemeanor? A. Child abuse B. Domestic violence C. Tax evasion D. Attempted burglary
B. Examine the cells of patients to diagnose diseases
A cytotechnologist is an important member of the health care team treating patients in a physician's office. What is the role of the cytotechnologist? A. Test and treat patients' hearing B. Examine the cells of patients to diagnose diseases C. Assist an anesthesiologist in implementing the anesthesia care plan D. Administer ultrasound under the supervision of a physician
B. Examine the cells of patients to diagnose diseases
A cytotechnologist is an important member of the health care team treating patients in a physician's office. What is the role of the cytotechnologist? A. Test and treat patient's hearing B. Examine the cells of patients to diagnose diseases C. Assist an anesthesiologist in implementing the anesthesia care plan D. Administer ultrasound under the supervision of a physician
B. Examine the cells of patients to diagnose diseases
A cytotechnologist is an important member of the health care team treating patients in a physician's office. What is the role of the cytotechnologist? A. Test and treat patients' hearing B. Examine the cells of patients to diagnose diseases C. Assist an anesthesiologist in implementing the anesthesia care plan D. Administer ultrasound under the supervision of a physician
A. Summary judgment
A decision is made in a court case that pleads there is no basis for trial and the plaintiff wins as a matter of law. What is the legal term for this decision? A. Summary judgment B. Precedent C. Liability D. Due cause
B. Interrogatory
A deposition may be taken in which phase of the lawsuit? A. Pleading B. Interrogatory C. Trial D. Appeals
B. Interrogatory
A deposition may be taken in which phase of the lawsuit? A. Pleading B. Interrogatory C. Trial D. Appeals
B. Veracity
A doctor prescribes a placebo for a patient who he feels is complaining of pain that is not there. This is an example of a violation of what principle of health care ethics? A. Justice B. Veracity C. Role fidelity D. Beneficence
c. prevent the injured consumer from suing in state court
A federal preemption has been applied to a lawsuit involving injury related to the use of a federally approved statin to lower cholesterol. What is the intended effect of this doctrine? a. allow the injured consumer to sue in state court b. allow the injured consumer to sue in federal court c. prevent the injured consumer from suing in state court d. prevent the injured consumer from suing in federal court
C. Discrimination
A female nurse is fired because she is an "older adult" and the employer claims she is not up-to-date on current procedures. This would be considered what kind of form? A. Public policy B. Just cause C. Discrimination D. Sexual harassment
A. In vitro fertilization
A fertility specialist brings an infertile couple's eggs and sperm together in a test tube and when fertilization occurs, he transplants the resulting embryo back into the female uterus. What is the term for this type of fertilization? A. In vitro fertilization B. Homologous artificial insemination C. Heterologous artificial insemination D. Surrogacy
A. Predictive
A gene that predisposes a woman to breast cancer has been discovered by scientists. Women who are tested to see if this gene is present are using what type of genetic testing? A. Predictive B. Carrier C. Forensics D. Diagnostic
A. Predictive
A gene that predisposes a woman to breast cancer has been discovered by scientists. Women who are tested to see if this gene is present are using what type of genetic testing? A. Predictive B. Carrier C. Forensics D. Diagnostic
A. Utilization review
A health care plan measures the amount and appropriateness of health services used by its members. What is the term for this practice? A. Utilization review B. Formulary review C. Capitation review D. Coinsurance review
A. Utilization review
A health care plan measures the amount and appropriateness of health services used by its members. What is the term for this practice? A. Utilization review B. Formulary review C. Capitation review D. Coinsurance review
A. Discovery deposition
A health care practitioner is asked to give testimony in an attorney's conference room in a pretrial proceeding. What is the term for this method of obtaining testimony? A. Discovery deposition B. Deposition in lieu of trial C. Expert witness testimony D. Appeal
A. Discovery deposition
A health care practitioner is asked to give testimony in an attorney's conference room in a pretrial proceeding. What is the term for this method of obtaining testimony? A. Discovery deposition B. Deposition in lieu of trial C. Expert witness testimony D. Appeal
C. Place a sign with tear-off hotline numbers for battered women in the restroom.
A health care practitioner is treating a female patient who presents with signs of abuse. Her husband is standing protectively nearby. Which of the following is a recommended initial action when treating this patient? A. Force the issue to encourage her to leave the batterer. B. Give her a paper listing hotline numbers and information on safe houses. C. Place a sign with tear-off hotline numbers for battered women in the restroom. D. Report the abuse and ask the batterer to leave the premises.
C. "Has someone harmed you?"
A health care practitioner suspects a female patient has been abused by her husband. Which of the following type of questions/statements might be used to encourage the patient to relate what has caused her injuries? A. "I see you have some unusual injuries." B. "Did your husband hit you?" C. "Has someone harmed you?" D. "I need to report these injuries to proper authorities."
B. Information is scrambled or encoded before sending it electronically.
A health care practitioner uses encryption to protect patient information from unauthorized users on the Internet. Which of the following best describes this process? A. Hardware or software is put in place to prevent access from unauthorized persons. B. Information is scrambled or encoded before sending it electronically. C. Information is sent on a secure private network not subject to Internet problems. D. Firewalls are put in place to prevent hackers from obtaining patient information.
B. Battery
A health care professional restrains a patient against his will and administers an injection to calm him. This professional may be found guilty of which of the following torts in a court of law? A. Assault B. Battery C. Defamation of character D. Fraud
B. Battery
A health care professional restrains a patient against his will and administers an injection to calm him. This professional may be found guilty of which of the following torts in a court of law? A. Assault B. Battery C. Defamation of character D. Fraud
C. All PHI is removed from the patient record.
A health care provider "de-identifies" the health information in a patient's record. Which of the following occurs with this process? A. A patient's name is removed from the record. B. A patient's treatment plan is modified. C. All PHI is removed from the patient record. D. The record is placed in an anonymous file.
C. Reasonable person standard
A health care worker is responsible for his or her actions or failure to act. Which of the following best describes this responsibility to prevent negligence from occurring? A. Standard of care B. Duty of care C. Reasonable person standard D. Performance standard
a. the child views the world from his own perspective
A health practitioner is interviewing a 6-year-old male child who is in Piaget's preoperational stage. Which of the following is characteristic of this stage? a. the child views the world from his own perspective b. the child is totally self-centered c. the child tends to see things as either right or wrong d. the child begins to develop abstract thought
b. It brings about positive results when generalized to a wide variety of situations.
A healthcare facility administrator considers the principle of utility when making decisions that affect the employees of the facility. Which of the following describes this principle? a. It is based upon absolute truths applied in other situations. b. It brings about positive results when generalized to a wide variety of situations. c. It is the decision that is desired by the majority. d. It is the decision that has the fewest adverse effects on the facility as a whole.
A. The rightness or wrongness of an act
A home care administrator uses deontological theory when making ethical decisions in his practice. Which of the following is the basis of this type of decision making? A. The rightness or wrongness of an act B. The consequences of the act C. The application of the decision making process to other situations D. The timeliness of the decision
A. The rightness or wrongness of an act
A home care administrator uses deontological theory when making ethical decisions in his practice. Which of the following is the basis of this type of decision making? A. The rightness or wrongness of an act B. The consequences of the act C. The application of the decision making process to other situations D. The timeliness of the decision
D. Business associate
A hospital accounting department hires an outside accounting firm to keep track of all billing to third party payors. Which of the following is the term for this firm? A. Preemption B. TPO C. PHI D. Business associate
D. Business associate
A hospital accounting department hires an outside accounting firm to keep track of all billing to third party payors. Which of the following is the term for this firm? A. Preemption B. TPO C. PHI D. Business associate
B. Wrongful discharge
A hospital administer fires a nurse and cannot provide a legal reason for the dismissal. This is an example of which of the following? A. Employment-at-will B. Wrongful discharge C. Just cause D. Discrimination
D. The U.S. Department of Justice may enforce criminal sanctions that involve fines as well as prison terms.
A hospital administrator is reading HIPAA's enforcement and penalty requirements to employees in an in-service session on privacy acts. Which of the following accurately describes one of these rulings? A. Covered entities and business associates cannot be fined for violations they are unaware of. B. Business associates are not directly liable under the HIPAA security standard. C. The HHS may impose civil penalties ranging from $100 to $100,000 for each offense up to $1,000,000 in 1 year. D. The U.S. Department of Justice may enforce criminal sanctions that involve fines as well as prison terms.
D. The U.S. Department of Justice may enforce criminal sanctions that involve fines as well as prison terms.
A hospital administrator is reading HIPAA's enforcement and penalty requirements to employees in an in-service session on privacy acts. Which of the following accurately describes one of these rulings? A. Covered entities and business associates cannot be fined for violations they are unaware of. B. Business associates are not directly liable under the HIPAA security standard. C. The HHS may impose civil penalties ranging from $100 to $100,000 for each offense up to $1,000,000 in 1 year. D. The U.S. Department of Justice may enforce criminal sanctions that involve fines as well as prison terms.
D. Act-utilitarianism
A hospital administrator makes a decision to shut down a wing due to budget cuts even though some people will lose their jobs. The decision is based on results that will produce the greatest balance of good over evil, everyone considered. What type of framework is the administrator employing to make this value decision? A. Duty-oriented theory B. Deontological theory C. Rule-utilitarianism D. Act-utilitarianism
d. act-utilitarianism
A hospital administrator makes a decision to shut down a wing due to budget cuts even though some people will lose their jobs. The decision is based on results that will produce the greatest balance of good over evil, everyone considered. What type of framework is the administrator employing to make this value decision? A. duty-oriented theory B. deontological theory C. rule-utilitarianism D. act-utilitarianism
D. Personnel records
A hospital administrator oversees records maintained for the hospital, which is a HIPAA-covered entity. Which of the following would not be considered a designated record set? A. Medical and billing records B. Health plan enrollment C. Claims adjudication D. Personnel records
D. Personnel records
A hospital administrator oversees records maintained for the hospital, which is a HIPAA-covered entity. Which of the following would not be considered a designated record set? A. Medical and billing records B. Health plan enrollment C. Claims adjudication D. Personnel records
B. Affirmative action
A hospital administrator sets up programs to give preferential treatment to minority persons who did not have opportunities given to them in the past. What is the term for this policy? A. Equal opportunity B. Affirmative action C. Wage and hour laws D. Fair labor standards
B. Using HIPAA-defined standards for electronic data interchange (EDI)
A hospital complies with HIPAA transaction standards. What does this process involve? A. Using the proper coding set for the patient's health state B. Using HIPAA-defined standards for electronic data interchange (EDI) C. Providing for uniformity of health care record keeping D. Keeping patient information private using the HIPAA privacy rule
B. Using HIPAA-defined standards for electronic data interchange (EDI)
A hospital complies with HIPAA transaction standards. What does this process involve? A. Using the proper coding set for the patient's health state B. Using HIPAA-defined standards for electronic data interchange (EDI) C. Providing for uniformity of health care record keeping D. Keeping patient information private using the HIPAA privacy rule
B. Report the injury to a supervisor.
A hospital employee is injured on the job. What is the initial action that should be taken by this employee following the injury? A. Report the injury to the State Workers' compensation agency. B. Report the injury to a supervisor. C. Report the injury to human resources department. D. Follow the 24-hour waiting period before reporting the injury.
B. Case law
A judge decides a malpractice case in favor of the plaintiff. This judgment then becomes a legal precedent. What type of law is established through this type of legal precedent? A. Constitutional law B. Case law C. Administrative law D. Statutory law
D.Case law
A judge makes a decision in a malpractice case that becomes a precedent. This is also an example of what type of law? A.Criminal law B.Civil law C.Common law D.Case law
B. Capitation
A managed care health plan uses a set advance payment to providers based on the calculated cost of medical care of a specific population of subscribers. What is the official term for this type of payment? A. Indemnity B. Capitation C. Certification D. Reciprocity
D. "The thing has been decided."
A medical malpractice lawsuit has been decided under the doctrine of res judicata. What does this Latin term mean? A. "The thing speaks for itself." B. "The statute of limitations is up." C. "The tortfeasor has been released." D. "The thing has been decided."
C. Confidentiality
A medical technician is speaking loudly about the reason a patient is having a blood test outside the patient's door. What principle of health care ethics has the tech violated? A. Justice B. Veracity C. Confidentiality D. Role fidelity
C. confidentiality
A medical technician is speaking loudly about the reason a patient is having a blood test outside the patient's door. What principle of health care ethics has the tech violated? A. justice B. veracity C. confidentiality D. role fidelity
D. Contractual capacity
A mentally incompetent person cannot enter into a legal contract. Which of the following four elements of a contract would be missing if this were to occur? A. Agreement B. Consideration C. Legal subject matter D. Contractual capacity
A. Notice of Privacy Practices
A new patient in a physician's office signs a HIPAA regulated form that details what will happen with the patient information obtained during his treatment. What is the term for this policy? A. Notice of Privacy Practices B. Designated record set C. Protected Health Information D. Health care operations
D. Student physicians take Part 3 of the exam during post graduate medical training.
A newly graduated physician is taking the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) to complete his education. Which of the following is an aspect of this process? A. Student physicians take Part 1 of the exam after the second year of medical school. B. Student physicians take Part 2 of the exam during the third year of medical school. C. Student physicians take Part 1 and 2 during the fourth year of medical school. D. Student physicians take Part 3 of the exam during post graduate medical training.
A. Thinking that "what the patient doesn't know won't hurt them."
A nurse caring for older adults in a nursing home has a paternalistic view about telling patients the truth about their conditions. Which of the following best describes the practice of paternalism? A. Thinking that "what the patient doesn't know won't hurt them." B. Being a strong patient advocate. C. Acting like a parent to the patient. D. Forcing patient's to do things against their wills.
A. Malfeasance
A nurse dispenses a painkiller to a patient without the physician's order for the medication. This is an example of which of the following torts? A. Malfeasance B. Nonfeasance C. Misfeasance D. Beneficence
B. Critical thinking
A nurse is caring for a hospitalized patient who is hard of hearing and having trouble answering assessment questions. The nurse is practically shouting at the patient and disturbing the other patient in the room. The nurse evaluates the situation and considers other options for the assessment. The nurse then finds a quiet, private room to perform the assessment and includes a trusted family member. What characteristic of a successful professional health care practitioner has this nurse displayed? A. Compassion B. Critical thinking C. Etiquette D. Courtesy
A. Rule-utilitarianism
A nurse manager determines the work shifts for the staff based on predetermined healthcare facility guidelines. This is an example of what type of decision making? A. Rule-utilitarianism B. Act-utilitarianism C. Duty oriented D. Deontological
C. Nonmaleficence
A nurse practitioner double checks all medications prior to dispensing them to patients. Which of the seven principles of health care ethics is this nurse following in practice? A. Autonomy B. Beneficence C. Nonmaleficence D. Confidentiality
C. Not releasing patient information to unauthorized individuals
A nurse recording data in a patient's medical record maintains confidentiality at all times. Which of the following describes this practice? A. Not allowing the patient to see the medical record B. Not conferring with other health care professionals about the patient C. Not releasing patient information to unauthorized individuals D. Releasing confidential patient information only to family members or friends
C. Not releasing patient information to unauthorized individuals
A nurse recording data in a patient's medical record maintains confidentiality at all times. Which of the following describes this practice? A. Not allowing the patient to see the medical record B. Not conferring with other health care professionals about the patient C. Not releasing patient information to unauthorized individuals D. Releasing confidential patient information only to family members or friends
C. Not releasing patient information to unauthorized individuals
A nurse recording data in a patient's medical record maintains confidentiality at all times. Which of the following describes this practice? A. Not allowing the patient to see the medical record B. Not conferring with other health care professionals about the patient C. Not releasing patient information to unauthorized individuals D. Releasing confidential patient information only to family members or friends
D. Nuisance
A nurse refuses to allow elderly residents of a nursing home visits from family and friends as punishment for filing a petition against her with the administrators of the facility. Of which of the following torts might this nurse be convicted? A. Conversion B. False imprisonment C. Invasion of privacy D. Nuisance
C. Fact
A nurse who observed a surgeon commit negligence due to improper surgical technique, states only what she observed when giving testimony. What type of testimony is this witness giving? A. Expert B. First party C. Fact D. Proxy
B. Ask how large health care organizations share patient information.
A patient asks a health care provider how to protect her privacy regarding patient information. Which of the following is a recommended guideline? A. Do not tell your health care provider your confidentiality concerns. B. Ask how large health care organizations share patient information. C. Do not object to disclosures you consider inappropriate to the health care provider. D. Use surveys on web sites to obtain education about your condition anonymously.
B. Ask how large health care organizations share patient information.
A patient asks a health care provider how to protect her privacy regarding patient information. Which of the following is a recommended guideline? A. Do not tell your health care provider your confidentiality concerns. B. Ask how large health care organizations share patient information. C. Do not object to disclosures you consider inappropriate to the health care provider. D. Use surveys on web sites to obtain education about your condition anonymously.
B. Ask how large health care organizations share patient information.
A patient asks a health care provider how to protect her privacy regarding patient information. Which of the following is a recommended guideline? A. Do not tell your health care provider your confidentiality concerns. B. Ask how large health care organizations share patient information. C. Do not object to disclosures you consider inappropriate to the health care provider. D. Use surveys on web sites to obtain education about your condition anonymously.
D. When the treatment ends and the bill is paid
A patient has an implied contract with a physician to receive treatment for breast cancer. When is the patient/physician contract usually terminated? A. When the treatment begins B. When the treatment has therapeutic effects C. When the treatment ends D. When the treatment ends and the bill is paid
C. Palliative
A patient has been diagnosed with incurable lung cancer and it is determined that death is imminent. What type of care would best serve this patient? A. Curative B. Experimental C. Palliative D. Homeopathic
C. Deductible
A patient in a managed care insurance system pays $500 annually for the plan. What is the term for this payment? A. Coinsurance B. Copayment C. Deductible D. Formulary
C. Plaintiff
A patient is suing his physician for medical malpractice following the wrongful amputation of a limb. Which of the following is the legal term for the patient initiating the lawsuit? A. Defendant B. Litigator C. Plaintiff D. Precedent
C. Legal subject matter
A patient signs a contract to employ the services of a private duty nurse and later finds out that the nurse is not licensed to practice nursing. Which of the following elements of this contract has been breached? A. Agreement B. Consideration C. Legal subject matter D. Contractual capacity
D. The plaintiff
A patient sues a physician for malpractice. Upon whom is the burden of proof for the charge of negligence? A. The defendant B. The attorney for the defendant C. The jury D. The plaintiff
A. Autonomy
A patient undergoing surgery signs an informed consent for the procedure. Which of the following principles of health care ethics does informed consent protect? A. Autonomy B. Role Fidelity C. Confidentiality D. Nonmaleficence
C. Consequential
A patient was harmed when the oxygen tank she was using exploded. When filing a lawsuit what type of damages might this patient be awarded? A. General compensatory B. Special compensatory C. Consequential D. Punitive
C. Consequential
A patient was harmed when the oxygen tank she was using exploded. When filing a lawsuit what type of damages might this patient be awarded? A. General compensatory B. Special compensatory C. Consequential D. Punitive
D. Justice
A patient who was injured in a fall in a healthcare facility due to the negligence of the nurse is filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. Which ethical principle applies in this situation? A. Autonomy B. Role fidelity C. Veracity D. Justice
D. Justice
A patient who was injured in a fall in a healthcare facility due to the negligence of the nurse is filing a medical malpractice lawsuit. Which ethical principle applies in this situation? A. Autonomy B. Role fidelity C. Veracity D. Justice
A. Partnership
A patient with Crohns disease asks her physician many questions about her disease and whether or not she needs a specialist for treatment. This is an example of which of the following current consumer trends in health care? A. Partnership B. Paternalism C. Specialization D. Managed care
a. partnership
A patient with Crohns disease asks her physician many questions about her disease and whether or not she needs a specialist for treatment. This is an example of which of the following current consumer trends in health care? a. partnership b. paternalism c. specialization d. managed care
B. Licensure
A pediatrician completes all the state requirements for mandatory credentialing allowing him to practice in a community health clinic. Which of the following has this physician achieved? A. Certification B. Licensure C. Permit D. Accreditation
B. Licensure
A pediatrician completes all the state requirements for mandatory credentialing allowing him to practice in a community health clinic. Which of the following has this physician achieved? A. Certification B. Licensure C. Permit D. Accreditation
D. The state
A person commits arson, a crime that is in violation of a public law forbidding it. This is an example of the body of criminal law that involves crimes against: A. The federal government B. The plaintiff C. The family D. The state
C. Denial
A physician assistant (PA) accused of medical malpractice claims that the charge does not meet all of the elements of the theory of recovery. Which of the following defenses is being used by the PA? A. Contributory negligence B. Comparative negligence C. Denial D. Assumption of risk
C. Competence
A physician assistant (PA) is constantly updating his knowledge and skills by attending in-services and seminars. This PA is practicing which of the "4 Cs of medical malpractice prevention?" A. Caring B. Communication C. Competence D. Charting
A. The determining factor is when the claim is made, not when the injury occurs.
A physician assistant carries claims-made liability insurance to protect against malpractice suits. Which of the following describes the coverage this policy would provide for the designated period? A. The determining factor is when the claim is made, not when the injury occurs. B. It covers the insured for those claims made and any injury occurring. C. It covers the insured for all claims regardless of when the claim is made. D. It extends coverage for malpractice occurring during coverage by an occurrence policy.
A. Contributory negligence
A physician being sued for medical malpractice claims that a patient did not follow the treatment regimen she prescribed, thereby contributing to his own injury. This physician is using which of the following defenses? A. Contributory negligence B. Denial C. Comparative negligence D. Assumption of risk
D. Passing the CSAE and serving a 2-year residency
A physician educated in a foreign medical school is moving to the United States to practice medicine in a community clinic. Which of the following is the requirement for this physician to practice in the U.S.? A. Graduating from a two-year medical school for foreign doctors B. Passing the Clinical Skills Assessment Exam (CSAE) C. Serving a four year residency D. Passing the CSAE and serving a 2-year residency
A. Respondeat superior
A physician employs a physician assistant to help perform duties in a medical office. Under what doctrine is the physician legally responsible for any negligent acts the physician assistant might perform? A. Respondeat superior B. Reciprocity C. Incapacity D. Endorsement
A. Covered transactions
A physician exchanges information with a patient's managed care plan following HIPAA guidelines. Which of the following HIPAA language describes this process? A. Covered transactions B. Covered entities C. Designated record set D. Notice of privacy practices
C. 12 years
A physician graduates with a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree. What is the minimum amount of training this physician has completed to obtain this degree? A. 8 years B. 10 years C. 12 years D. 14 years
D. The physician
A physician has a private practice employing a physician assistant and two nurses. The physician also has hospital privileges at a nearby facility. Who owns the medical records generated by his office? A. The patient B. The hospital C. The nurses D. The physician
D. The physician
A physician has a private practice employing a physician assistant and two nurses. The physician also has hospital privileges at a nearby facility. Who owns the medical records generated by his office? A. The patient B. The hospital C. The nurses D. The physician
A. They do not establish a doctor-patient relationship.
A physician has an informal consultation with another physician in his office. Which of the following opinions have the courts generally held in cases of negligence related to the information discussed in informal consultations? A. They do not establish a doctor-patient relationship. B. They create a duty of care for the physician being consulted. C. They are considered a breach of patient confidentiality. D. They are grounds for negligence on the part of the consulting physician.
C. State medical board
A physician has finished her education and obtained a license to practice as an internist. Under what jurisdiction does the continuation of licensure fall? A. Federal medical board B. Drug Enforcement Administration C. State medical board D. Joint Accreditation Commission
B. Administer
A physician injects a drug containing a vaccination into the body of a patient. What is the term for this process? A. Process B. Administer C. Induce D. Distribute
B. Administer
A physician injects a drug containing a vaccination into the body of a patient. What is the term for this process? A. Process B. Administer C. Induce D. Distribute
B. The physician will be held to the same standard of care as other obstetricians.
A physician is a specialist in obstetrics. Which of the following is true regarding the standard of care expected of this physician? A. The physician will be held to the same standard of care as a general practitioner. B. The physician will be held to the same standard of care as other obstetricians. C. The physician will be held to a lower standard of care than other specialists. D. The physician will be held to a standard of care only for direct patient contact.
B. Board-certified obstetrician
A physician is applying to the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) to take an exam in the specialty of obstetrics. Which of the following would become the title of this physician after passing the exam? A. Doctor of osteopathy B. Board-certified obstetrician C. Advance degree obstetrician D. State accredited obstetrician
B. Board-certified obstetrician
A physician is applying to the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) to take an exam in the specialty of obstetrics. Which of the following would become the title of this physician after passing the exam? A. Doctor of osteopathy B. Board-certified obstetrician C. Advance degree obstetrician D. State accredited obstetrician
C. Justice
A physician is caring for an indigent 37-year-old male patient with no health insurance, who is admitted to the hospital with acute pancreatitis related to alcohol abuse. The nurse questions whether this patient is entitled to health care because he did not take responsibility for his actions leading to this condition and he has no health insurance plan. What is the ethical principle guiding the physician's actions? A. Nonmaleficence B. Veracity C. Justice D. Confidentiality
D. Do not use rubber stamps or initials in place of signatures.
A physician is completing a death certificate for a patient who died of cancer. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for this procedure? A. Type all entries, do not print or write entries in cursive. B. Leave entries blank where they do not apply to the subject. C. File only copies with state registrars. D. Do not use rubber stamps or initials in place of signatures.
D. Do not use rubber stamps or initials in place of signatures.
A physician is completing a death certificate for a patient who died of cancer. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for this procedure? A. Type all entries, do not print or write entries in cursive. B. Leave entries blank where they do not apply to the subject. C. File only copies with state registrars. D. Do not use rubber stamps or initials in place of signatures.
A. It is a period of practical postgraduate training in a hospital.
A physician is completing a residency to complete her education. Which of the following accurately describes this process? A. It is a period of practical postgraduate training in a hospital. B. It is a period in which the physician is a resident physician in a nursing home. C. It includes three years of training as an intern in a hospital. D. It is a four-year process that certifies the physician as a NBME Diplomate.
A. Has the decision followed relevant laws and company policy?
A physician is implementing a decision regarding hospital policy after using the critical thinking process. Which of the following questions would best help the physician decide if the decision was ethical? A. Has the decision followed relevant laws and company policy? B. Has the decision pleased the majority of the people involved? C. Would you implement the decision again? D. What were the positive results of the decision?
A. Has the decision followed relevant laws and company policy?
A physician is implementing a decision regarding hospital policy after using the critical thinking process. Which of the following questions would best help the physician decide if the decision was ethical? A. Has the decision followed relevant laws and company policy? B. Has the decision pleased the majority of the people involved? C. Would you implement the decision again? D. What were the positive results of the decision?
A. A license was awarded based on credentials judged to meet license requirements.
A physician is moving to another state to practice medicine and has been granted endorsement. What does this process signify? A. A license was awarded based on credentials judged to meet license requirements. B. Prior agreement between the two states has been made to accept license transfer. C. The physician's credentials will be placed on a registry for the area. D. A mentor will be appointed in the new state to help the physician adjust.
A. A license was awarded based on credentials judged to meet license requirements.
A physician is moving to another state to practice medicine and has been granted endorsement. What does this process signify? A. A license was awarded based on credentials judged to meet license requirements. B. Prior agreement between the two states has been made to accept license transfer. C. The physician's credentials will be placed on a registry for the area. D. A mentor will be appointed in the new state to help the physician adjust.
C. "As I recall, that is all that occurred in the operation room."
A physician is testifying as a fact witness in trial of a coworker. Which of the following is the best example of properly worded testimony? A. "That's all that occurred in the operating room." B. "I think that is all that occurred in the operating room." C. "As I recall, that is all that occurred in the operation room." D. "I'm not sure, but I think that is all that occurred in the operating room."
D. Decisions are subject to appeal.
A physician is undergoing the process of license revocation due to a patient's claim that she falsely misrepresented special powers to cure an ailment that led to a worsening of the condition. Which of the following is true of the revocation process? A. It is automatic. B. The physician is not allowed to confront the witness. C. An honest mistake is still grounds for license revocation. D. Decisions are subject to appeal.
B. Schedule II
A physician prescribes pentobarbital for a patient who is experiencing seizures. Phenobarbital is an example of what schedule of drug? A. Schedule I B. Schedule II C. Schedule III D. Schedule IV
B. Potential damages incurred as a result of a negligent act
A physician purchases liability insurance to work in a partnership with other physicians. What does this insurance cover? A. The cost of any lawsuits incurred against the physician B. Potential damages incurred as a result of a negligent act C. Loss of income due to injury in the workplace D. Supplemental income due to work stoppages
C. The acts mandate the establishment of medical boards.
A physician researches the establishment of medical practice acts. Which of the following statements accurately describes this legislation? A. The acts were first passed in the early 1900s. B. The acts were repealed in the 1900s and reenacted later due to rampant quackery. C. The acts mandate the establishment of medical boards. D. The funding for medical boards comes from state taxes.
c. virtue ethics
A physician running a busy practice makes decisions for his employees on a regular basis. The physician would describe himself as "moral man with common sense, a sense of justice, and courage who makes the right decisions in life by focusing on these moral traits." What theory of decision making is being employed by this physician? a. deontological b. utilitarian c. virtue ethics d. consequence-oriented theory
A. Billing for services
A physician stops to aid the driver of a truck that overturned on the side of the road. Which of the following actions may negate the immunity that would otherwise be provided by the Good Samaritan Acts? A. Billing for services B. Providing care in good faith C. Using due care under the circumstances D. Acting within the scope of training
C. Genetics
A physician studies the science that accounts for natural differences and resemblances among organisms related by descent. What is the term for this science? A. Heredity B. Genome C. Genetics D. Cloning
D. People skills
A physician tactfully explains to a nurse why it is important not to carry on a loud conversation outside a patient's hospital room. What professional skill is the physician displaying in this situation? A. Technical skills B. Critical thinking skills C. Common sense skills D. People skills
B. Etiquette
A physician tells a nurse "Have a good day". This is an example of which of the following standards of behavior? A. Protocol B. Etiquette C. Compassion D. Common sense
B. Duty of care
A physician treating patients in a long-term care facility determines that a patient has a communicable disease that could cause an outbreak in the facility. The physician works with the administrator of the facility and the public health department to protect other residents and employees from exposure to the disease. Under some state laws, this physician is obligated to protect nonpatients in accordance with which of the following standards? A. Standard of care B. Duty of care C. Reasonable person standard D. Performance standard
C. Serving as a guide for personal ethical conduct
A physician volunteering time in a free inner-city health care clinic relies on moral values in her practice. Which of the following best describes the role of moral values in society? A. Protecting the public from harm B. Elevating the standard of competence C. Serving as a guide for personal ethical conduct D. Enabling one to get along with others
C.Serving as a guide for personal ethical conduct
A physician volunteering time in a free inner-city health care clinic relies on moral values in her practice. Which of the following best describes the role of moral values in society? A.Protecting the public from harm B.Elevating the standard of competence C.Serving as a guide for personal ethical conduct D.Enabling one to get along with others
c. serving as a guide for personal ethical conduct
A physician volunteering time in a free inner-city health care clinic relies on moral values in her practice. Which of the following best describes the role of moral values in society? a. protecting the public from harm b. elevating the standard of competence c. serving as a guide for personal ethical conduct d. enabling one to get along with other
B. The appropriate standard of care was met, given the emergency situation.
A physician who came to the aid of a person who was injured during an earthquake is being sued by that person for malpractice. The physician would not be held liable under common law if the defense established which of the following? A. An emergency existed that was caused by the plaintiff. B. The appropriate standard of care was met, given the emergency situation. C. An emergency existed that was caused by the defendant. D. The same standard of care was met as would occur in a non-emergency situation.
C. Do not mention the lawsuit in any correspondence.
A physician who has liability insurance finds that a lawsuit is imminent. Which of the following is a recommended guideline when this occurs? A. Wait until a lawsuit is filed to notify the insurance company. B. Discuss the lawsuit over the phone with the insurance agent. C. Do not mention the lawsuit in any correspondence. D. Call a trusted personal attorney for representation in the lawsuit.
C. 2 to 6
A physician who is a National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) diplomate is choosing a specialty. How many more years of training does completing a specialty involve? A. 1 to 2 B. 2 to 4 C. 2 to 6 D. 4 to 8
C. 2 to 6
A physician who is a National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) diplomate is choosing a specialty. How many more years of training does completing a specialty involve? A. 1 to 2 B. 2 to 4 C. 2 to 6 D. 4 to 8
A. Expelling the physician from the group
A physician who is a member of the AMA is accused of unethical conduct by fellow members. Which of the following is a recourse for the professional group? A. Expelling the physician from the group B. Revoking the physician's privileges C. Fining the physician D. Revoking the physician's license
A. Death or imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than one year
A physician who is caught illegally prescribing narcotic drugs is found guilty of a felony in court. Which of the following is the usual punishment for a felony? A. Death or imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than one year B. Death or imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than five years C. Imprisonment in a state or federal prison for ten years or more D. Fine or imprisonment in a facility other than a prison for less than one year
A. Death or imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than one year
A physician who is caught illegally prescribing narcotic drugs is found guilty of a felony in court. Which of the following is the usual punishment for a felony? A. Death or imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than one year B. Death or imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than five years C. Imprisonment in a state or federal prison for ten years or more D. Fine or imprisonment in a facility other than a prison for less than one year
A. Death or imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than one year
A physician who is caught illegally prescribing narcotic drugs is found guilty of a felony in court. Which of the following is the usual punishment for a felony? A. Death or imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than one year B. Death or imprisonment in a state or federal prison for more than five years C. Imprisonment in a state or federal prison for ten years or more D. Fine or imprisonment in a facility other than a prison for less than one year
A. Technical
A physician who is named in a malpractice lawsuit uses the defense that the statute of limitations has run out, and the plaintiff can no longer file charges. This is an example of which of the following types of defenses? A. Technical B. Affirmative C. Release of tortfeasor D. Res judicata
B. Duty of care
A physician working in an emergency room is obligated to treat all the patients who come through the door. This is an example of which of the following concepts? A. Standard of care B. Duty of care C. Reasonable person standard D. Performance standard
B. Duty of care
A physician working in an emergency room is obligated to treat all the patients who come through the door. This is an example of which of the following concepts? A. Standard of care B. Duty of care C. Reasonable person standard D. Performance standard
C. Invasion of privacy
A plastic surgeon documents the before and after pictures of a patient after receiving a signed consent from the patient. Which of the following torts might occur from photographing a patient without proper consent? A. Assault B. Defamation C. Invasion of privacy D. Negligence
B. Procedural law
A police officer reads the Miranda warning to a person suspected of robbing a convenience store. This is an example of what type of law? A. Substantive law B. Procedural law C. Criminal law D. Civil law
A. A patient who tells the psychologist that his parents never loved him.
A psychologist counseling patients in a community clinic uses Maslow's hierarchy when prioritizing patient needs. According to Maslow, which of the following patients would have the highest priority need? A. A patient who tells the psychologist that his parents never loved him. B. A patient who is depressed because he was passed over for a promotion. C. A female who says, "I could have been much more in life without a family to raise." D. A teenager who is an overachiever who does poorly in his college boards.
A. A patient who tells the psychologist that his parents never loved him.
A psychologist counseling patients in a community clinic uses Maslow's hierarchy when prioritizing patient needs. According to Maslow, which of the following patients would have the highest priority need? A. A patient who tells the psychologist that his parents never loved him. B. A patient who is depressed because he was passed over for a promotion. C. A female who says, "I could have been much more in life without a family to raise." D. A teenager who is an overachiever who does poorly in his college boards.
a. A patient who tells the psychologist that his parents never loved him.
A psychologist counseling patients in a community clinic uses Maslow's hierarchy when prioritizing patient needs. According to Maslow, which of the following patients would have the highest priority need? a. A patient who tells the psychologist that his parents never loved him. b. A patient who is depressed because he was passed over for a promotion. c. A female who says, "I could have been much more in life without a family to raise." d. A teenager who is an overachiever who does poorly in his college boards.
b. technical skills
A radiologist is proficient at reading films and documenting the results. What type of skill is displayed by his ability? A. People skills B. Technical skills c. critical thinking skills d. abstract skills
D. Use of the HEDIS to measure performance
A recognized accrediting agency for managed care plans is the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), an independent, nonprofit organization that evaluates and reports on the quality of the nation's managed care organizations. Which of the following is a method this organization uses to evaluate managed care programs? A. Off-site reviews of the managed-care-program B. Use of employee satisfaction surveys C. On-site surveys of members of the program D. Use of the HEDIS to measure performance
D. Use of the HEDIS to measure performance
A recognized accrediting agency for managed care plans is the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), an independent, nonprofit organization that evaluates and reports on the quality of the nation's managed care organizations. Which of the following is a method this organization uses to evaluate managed care programs? A. Off-site reviews of the managed-care-program B. Use of employee satisfaction surveys C. On-site surveys of members of the program D. Use of the HEDIS to measure performance
B. Legislative
A senator from Illinois debates a new tax bill presented by a colleague. In which of the following branches of government would this occur? A. Executive B. Legislative C. Judicial D. Constitutional
B. Legislative
A senator from Illinois debates a new tax bill presented by a colleague. In which of the following branches of government would this occur? A. Executive B. Legislative C. Judicial D. Constitutional
D. Parens patriae
A state agency removes a 10-year-old male child from the home of parents who abused him. What is the name of the legal doctrine that allows the state to act in the best interest of the child? A. Safe haven law B. No hassle provision C. Best Interest of the Child concept D. Parens patriae
A. Common sense
A student nurse refuses to clean up a patient's vomit from the bedding because she feels it is not part of her job description. This student is demonstrating the absence of which quality deemed necessary for successful health care practitioners? A. Common sense B. Courtesy C. Compassion D. Critical thinking
a. common sense
A student nurse refuses to clean up a patient's vomit from the bedding because she feels it is not part of her job description. This student is demonstrating the absence of which quality deemed necessary for successful health care practitioners? a. common sense b. courtesy c. compassion d. critical thinking
D. Offer sworn testimony regarding the record if instructed to do so by the court.
A subpoena duces tecum is issued for the medical records of a patient who is suing the physician for malpractice. Which of the following is a guideline for sending this information? A. Verify that the patient named was not a patient of the physician. B. Notify the insurance company officials and have them notify the physician. C. Finish or change any subpoenaed records that are not complete or up to date. D. Offer sworn testimony regarding the record if instructed to do so by the court.
A. Res ipsa loquitur
A surgeon removes a patient's kidney and later finds out that she removed the wrong kidney. This patient can sue under which of the following doctrines? A. Res ipsa loquitur B. Breach of contract C. Assault D. Respondeat superior
A. Checks and balances
A system was established by the U.S. Constitution, which keeps any one branch of government from assuming too much power over the other branches. Which of the following is the correct term for this system? A. Checks and balances B. Executive orders C. Constitutional law D. Legal precedents
A. Checks and balances
A system was established by the U.S. Constitution, which keeps any one branch of government from assuming too much power over the other branches. Which of the following is the correct term for this system? A. Checks and balances B. Executive orders C. Constitutional law D. Legal precedents
B. The teenager has obtained approval from a judge for the abortion without parental notification.
A teenager who is pregnant receives an abortion without parental notice due to "judicial bypass." What does this term signify? A. The teenager has traveled to another state to obtain the abortion without parental notification. B. The teenager has obtained approval from a judge for the abortion without parental notification. C. The state in which the teenager lives allows practitioners to perform abortions without parental consent. D. The judge has decided that the teenager is an emancipated minor and may have received the abortion without parental notification.
B. Ethical implications of biological research
A university maintains a bioethics department employing health care professionals. What is the focus of this discipline? A. Ethical implications of medical practices B. Ethical implications of biological research C. Ethical implications of workplace etiquette D. Ethical implications of dealing with death and dying
B. Ethical implications of biological research
A university maintains a bioethics department employing health care professionals. What is the focus of this discipline? A. Ethical implications of medical practices B. Ethical implications of biological research C. Ethical implications of workplace etiquette D. Ethical implications of dealing with death and dying
B. Release of tortfeasor
A victim in a medical malpractice lawsuit receives compensation for all medical expenses from the defendant. Which of the following would almost always be an absolute defense in this case? A. Res judicata B. Release of tortfeasor C. Statute of limitations D. Assumption of risk
B. Release of tortfeasor
A victim in a medical malpractice lawsuit receives compensation for all medical expenses from the defendant. Which of the following would almost always be an absolute defense in this case? A. Res judicata B. Release of tortfeasor C. Statute of limitations D. Assumption of risk
B. Health care providers
According to HIPAA language, which of the following describes the term "covered entities"? A. Health care consumers B. Health care providers C. Health care treatments D. Health care insurance
B. 20
According to Kathleen Sebelius, secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, as quoted in the July 13, 2010, issue of the New York Times, what percent of doctors use even the most basic electronic records? A. 10 B. 20 C. 30 D. 40
C. Post-conventional morality stage I
According to Kohlberg, in what stage of moral development do individuals explore how to balance individual rights and a fair society for all? A. Pre-conventional morality B. Conventional morality C. Post-conventional morality stage I D. Post-conventional morality stage II
B. Loyalty to the role he or she plays
According to MacIntyre's theory of virtue ethics, what principle helps the decision maker arrive at a decision? A. Belief in a higher being B. Loyalty to the role he or she plays C. Belief in the golden rule D. Looking to the future
b. loyalty to the role he or she plays
According to MacIntyre's theory of virtue ethics, what principle helps the decision maker arrive at a decision? a. belief in higher being b. loyalty to the role he or she plays c. belief in the golden rule d. looking to the future
C. 16
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about what percent of the population were without health insurance when surveyed in 2010? A. 6 B. 10 C. 16 D. 26
C. 16
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about what percent of the population were without health insurance when surveyed in 2010? A. 6 B. 10 C. 16 D. 26
B. Entire brain ceases to function
According to the Uniform Determination of Death Act, which of the following is a criteria for death? A. Irreversible coma occurs B. Entire brain ceases to function C. Circulation has increased D. Breathing is labored
D. Have a medical assistant of either sex present during examinations.
Administrators of a medical facility are attempting to reduce liability risks in the workplace environment. Which of the following is a recommended guideline to accomplish this goal? A. Do not delegate duties to employees. B. Embark on a therapeutic course immediately. C. Use the most aggressive treatment first. D. Have a medical assistant of either sex present during examinations.
C. Fix the computer so no information is on the screen.
Alicia's computer monitor is easily viewed by patients as they are sitting at her station. She notices that a patient is making an intent effort to read the information on the computer screen. That information concerns another patient that Alicia had just talked with. What should Alicia do? A. Distract the patient from looking at the monitor. B. Ignore the patient's attempt to view the monitor. C. Fix the computer so no information is on the screen. D. Put a chart in front of the screen.
C. Fix the computer so no information is on the screen.
Alicia's computer monitor is easily viewed by patients as they are sitting at her station. She notices that a patient is making an intent effort to read the information on the computer screen. That information concerns another patient that Alicia had just talked with. What should Alicia do? A. Distract the patient from looking at the monitor. B. Ignore the patient's attempt to view the monitor. C. Fix the computer so no information is on the screen. D. Put a chart in front of the screen.
C. Fix the computer so no information is on the screen.
Alicia's computer monitor is easily viewed by patients as they are sitting at her station. She notices that a patient is making an intent effort to read the information on the computer screen. That information concerns another patient that Alicia had just talked with. What should Alicia do? A. Distract the patient from looking at the monitor. B. Ignore the patient's attempt to view the screen. C. Fix the computer so no information is on the screen. D. Put a chart in front of the screen.
A. The Federal Register
All employers must know the OSHA standards that apply to their business. Which of the following is the best source of information for these standards? A. The Federal Register B. The U.S. Secretary of Labor C. State Practice Acts D. The Fair Labor Standards Act
A. Sickle cell anemia
An African-American couple is having their baby screened for genetic diseases. Which of the following disease is most often diagnosed in African Americans? A. Sickle cell anemia B. Tay-Sachs disease C. Fragile X syndrome D. Neurofibromitosis
C. Ask the employer to voluntarily remedy the situation.
An OSHA inspector finds that a construction company is operating under unsafe conditions that could endanger the lives of employees. What is the initial action that would be taken by the inspector? A. Apply to the federal district court for an injunction. B. Close down the business until the unsafe condition is remedied. C. Ask the employer to voluntarily remedy the situation. D. Report the employer to the compliance officer for OSHA.
D. It signifies an applicant has attained a certain level of skill.
An RN is attempting to obtain certification as a nurse anesthetist (CRNA). Which of the following characterizes this process? A. It is a mandatory credentialing process. B. It is usually state sponsored. C. It places the professional's name on a register. D. It signifies an applicant has attained a certain level of skill.
A. Take the required examination to obtain a valid license in the new state.
An RN moving to another state to practice is not granted reciprocity. What recourse does this nurse have? A. Take the required examination to obtain a valid license in the new state. B. Practice in the new state anyway under the old state's license. C. Take an in-service class in the new state to be granted a new license. D. Submit the hours accrued in the old state to obtain a license in the new state.
B. The objection may be sustained and the witness should not answer the question.
An attorney for the defendant makes an objection to a question the plaintiff's attorney asks the witness. Which of the following occurs when this happens? A. The witness should continue answering the question asked. B. The objection may be sustained and the witness should not answer the question. C. The objection may be sustained and the witness should answer the question. D. The objection may be overruled and the witness should not answer the question.
B. The objection may be sustained and the witness should not answer the question.
An attorney for the defendant makes an objection to a question the plaintiff's attorney asks the witness. Which of the following occurs when this happens? A. The witness should continue answering the question asked. B. The objection may be sustained and the witness should not answer the question. C. The objection may be sustained and the witness should answer the question. D. The objection may be overruled and the witness should not answer the question.
C. People skills
An audiologist displays patience when dealing with others and works well as a trusted member of the health care team. What type of skills are being used in this situation? A. Technical skills B. Critical thinking skills C. People skills D. Ethical skills
C. Permanent disability indemnity in the form of weekly cash payments
An employee of a medical facility is injured on the job and files for workers' compensation. Which of the following types of state compensation benefits would be available to this injured worker? A. A lump sum temporary disability indemnity B. Payment for medical treatment unless hospital related C. Permanent disability indemnity in the form of weekly cash payments D. Rehabilitation benefits paid in a lump sum
C. "May I ask how this relates to the position?"
An employer asks a job candidate how long she has been married. What is the best response of the job candidate? A. "I would rather not answer that question." B. "That question is illegal and I refuse to answer it." C. "May I ask how this relates to the position?" D. "I have been married for 10 years."
A. Stick to a list of questions that relate specifically to the job description.
An employer of a large medical facility is interviewing nurses to fill several vacant positions. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for conducting the interviews? A. Stick to a list of questions that relate specifically to the job description. B. Do not ask why the person is leaving his or her current position. C. Do not rush the interview, allow it to last as long as the candidate prefers. D. Do not promise to inform the candidate when a decision has been made.
A. Stick to a list of questions that relate specifically to the job description.
An employer of a large medical facility is interviewing nurses to fill several vacant positions. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for conducting the interviews? A. Stick to a list of questions that relate specifically to the job description. B. Do not ask why the person is leaving his or her current position. C. Do not rush the interview, allow it to last as long as the candidate prefers. D. Do not promise to inform the candidate when a decision has been made.
A. Stick to a list of questions that relate specifically to the job description.
An employer of a large medical facility is interviewing nurses to fill several vacant positions. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for conducting the interviews? A. Stick to a list of questions that relate specifically to the job description. B. Do not ask why the person is leaving his or her current position. C. Do not rush the interview, allow it to last as long as the candidate prefers. D. Do not promise to inform the candidate when a decision has been made.
A. Stick to a list of questions that relate specifically to the job description.
An employer of a large medical facility is interviewing nurses to fill several vacant positions. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for conducting the interviews? A. Stick to a list of questions that relate specifically to the job description. B. Do not ask why the person is leaving his or her current position. C. Do not rush the interview, allow it to last as long as the candidate prefers. D. Do not promise to inform the candidate when a decision has been made.
C. Identified adoption
An infertile couple who is adopting a child locates a birth mother and then asks an agency to take over the adoption process. This is an example of what type of adoption? A. Agency adoption B. Independent adoption C. Identified adoption D. International adoption
D. Coinsurance
An insurance company agrees to pay 80% of the cost of treatment for a patient. What is the term for this managed care practice? A. Copayment B. Deductible C. Formulary D. Coinsurance
B. 2 to 7 years
As a protection in the event of litigation, records should be kept until the applicable statute of limitations period has elapsed. What is the usual timeframe for this period of time? A. 1 to 5 years B. 2 to 7 years C. 5 to 10 years D. 12 to 20 years
B. Lower premiums
As medical malpractice insurance premiums have continued to rise, self-insurance coverage has become an option for health care practitioners in some states. What is one advantage of self-insurance coverage? A. Guaranteed hospital privileges B. Lower premiums C. No fees for managing the plan D. Higher coverage limits
B. Lower premiums
As medical malpractice insurance premiums have continued to rise, self-insurance coverage has become an option for health care practitioners in some states. What is one advantage of self-insurance coverage? A. Guaranteed hospital privileges B. Lower premiums C. No fees for managing the plan D. Higher coverage limits
A. Homicide
As of February 2011, 35 states recognized the death of an unborn child, in certain circumstances as which of the following? A. Homicide B. Abuse C. Assault D. Involuntary manslaughter
A. Homicide
As of February 2011, 35 states recognized the death of an unborn child, in certain circumstances as which of the following? A. Homicide B. Abuse C. Assault D. Involuntary manslaughter
C. 14.3 million
As one of the largest industries in the United States, in 2008 health care employed about how many workers (statistics from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics) on a round-the-clock basis? A. 10.3 million B. 12.2 million C. 14.3 million D. 15.4 million
C. 14.3 million
As one of the largest industries in the United States, in 2008 health care employed about how many workers (statistics from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics) on a round-the-clock basis? A. 10.3 million B. 12.2 million C. 14.3 million D. 15.4 million
C. a health care practitioner makes competent decisions related to patient care.
Autonomy is considered one of the seven universal principles of health care ethics. Which of the following is an example of autonomy? A. a physician performs health care screenings for impoverished patients. B. a UAP performs duties according to policies to keep patients safe. C. a health care practitioner makes competent decisions related to patient care. D. an x-ray technician follows HIPAA regulations when displaying x-rays.
C. A health care practitioner makes competent decisions related to patient care.
Autonomy is considered one of the seven universal principles of health care ethics. Which of the following is an example of autonomy? A. A physician performs health care screenings for impoverished patients. B. A UAP performs duties according to policies to keep patients safe. C. A health care practitioner makes competent decisions related to patient care. D. An x-ray technician follows HIPPA regulations when displaying x-rays.
B. A reason for fewer autopsies is the unavailability of pathologists in small hospitals.
Autopsies must be performed in cases in which the death is suspicious or due to homicide. Which of the following is true regarding current trends in performing autopsies? A. Technological advances have made postmortem diagnoses more essential. B. A reason for fewer autopsies is the unavailability of pathologists in small hospitals. C. More autopsies are performed today because insurance companies cover them. D. When an autopsy is mandated by law, family members must give consent.
B. A reason for fewer autopsies is the unavailability of pathologists in small hospitals.
Autopsies must be performed in cases in which the death is suspicious or due to homicide. Which of the following is true regarding current trends in performing autopsies? A. Technological advances have made postmortem diagnoses more essential. B. A reason for fewer autopsies is the unavailability of pathologists in small hospitals. C. More autopsies are performed today because insurance companies cover them. D. When an autopsy is mandated by law, family members must give consent.
D. MDs are trained in allopathic medicine
Both Doctors of Medicine (MDs) and Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) follow rigid requirements to obtain a degree in their field. Which of the following is the basic difference between these two degrees? A. MDs require more years of training to complete the program B. DOs are not allowed to prescribe drugs. C. DOs are not allowed to practice surgery D. MDs are trained in allopathic medicine
A. Genetics
Both children of a family with biological parents who have blue eyes also have blue eyes. What is the science that explains these similarities? A. Genetics B. Genetic engineering C. Stem cells D. Genomes
B. Cervical cancer
Certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs) must be reported whenever diagnosed. Which of the following is not a reportable STI? A. Syphilis B. Cervical cancer C. Pubic lice D. Scabies
B. Cervical cancer
Certain sexually transmitted infections (STIs) must be reported whenever diagnosed. Which of the following is not a reportable STI? A. Syphilis B. Cervical cancer C. Pubic lice D. Scabies
A. Breach of contract
Civil law includes a general category of law known as torts. Which of the following is not an example of a tort? A. Breach of contract B. Assault C. Battery D. Defamation of character
A. Breach of contract
Civil law includes a general category of law known as torts. Which of the following is not an example of a tort? A. Breach of contract B. Assault C. Battery D. Defamation of character
D. When information is collected about a person, that person should have the opportunity to check the information for accuracy.
Concern about privacy has led to the enactment of federal and state laws governing the collection, storage, transmission, and disclosure of personal data. These privacy laws are based on which of the following considerations? A. More information than is necessary to carry out the function of the business collecting the information should be collected and stored. B. Once it is collected, access to personal information should not be limited to those employees who must use the information in performing their jobs. C. Personal information may be released outside the organization collecting it without authorization being obtained from the subject. D. When information is collected about a person, that person should have the opportunity to check the information for accuracy.
D. When information is collected about a person, that person should have the opportunity to check the information for accuracy.
Concern about privacy has led to the enactment of federal and state laws governing the collection, storage, transmission, and disclosure of personal data. These privacy laws are based on which of the following considerations? A. More information than is necessary to carry out the function of the business collecting the information should be collected and stored. B. Once it is collected, access to personal information should not be limited to those employees who must use the information in performing their jobs. C. Personal information may be released outside the organization collecting it without authorization being obtained from the subject. D. When information is collected about a person, that person should have the opportunity to check the information for accuracy.
B. Using drugs or surgery to alleviate symptoms.
Doctors of Medicine (MDs) practice allopathic medicine. What is the emphasize of this type of medicine? A. Focusing on manipulating the musculoskeletal system to relieve symptoms. B. Using drugs or surgery to alleviate symptoms. C. Using holistic care in the practice of medicine. D. Correcting joint and tissue problems.
D. Five years
Each employer who is subject to OSHA record-keeping requirements must maintain a log of all occupational injuries and illnesses. How long should logs of occupational injuries and illnesses be kept? A. One year B. Two years C. Four years D. Five years
B. Trial courts
Each state has its own court system, but the general structure is the same in all states. Which of the following state courts hears major criminal or civil cases? A. Lower courts B. Trial courts C. Appellate courts D. State supreme courts
B. Health care benefits
Employers hope to contract with health care providers who can deliver quality services at reasonable cost because they provide which of the following to their employees? A. Wages B. Health care benefits C. Workers' Compensation D. Bonuses
A. The day the alleged was committed
Establishing when the statute of limitations begins varies with state law, but one of the most common dates for marking the beginning of the statutory period is which of the following? A. The day the alleged was committed B. One week after the alleged act was committed C. One month after the injury from the alleged act was discovered D. The day the physician-patient relationship began
B. The injured employee can file a claim with the government instead of suing.
Federal and state workers' compensation laws establish procedures for compensating workers who are injured on the job. Which of the following accurately describes an aspect of these laws? A. The employee pays the cost of the insurance premium. B. The injured employee can file a claim with the government instead of suing. C. The injured employee may file other claims as well as accept workers' compensation. D. State laws cover workers in Washington, DC and maritime workers.
D. Charting
For legal purposes, the health care professional should know that if it isn't in writing and explained completely and accurately, it wasn't done. To which of the following "4 Cs of medical malpractice prevention" does this statement refer? A. Caring B. Communication C. Competence D. Charting
B. 6
For patients to be eligible for hospice care, physicians usually must certify that they are not expected to live beyond how many months? A. 3 B. 6 C. 9 D. 12
B. 6
For patients to be eligible for hospice care, physicians usually must certify that they are not expected to live beyond how many months? A. 3 B. 6 C. 9 D. 12
C. An employee who accidentally prescribed the wrong medication for a patient
For which of the following employees would an employer be responsible under the doctrine of respondeat superior? A. An employee who assaulted a patient B. An employee who knowingly defamed the character of a patient C. An employee who accidentally prescribed the wrong medication for a patient D. An employee who steals narcotic drugs from the medication cabinet
C. A patient agrees to a test for HIV.
For which of the following examples would implied consent not be legally appropriate? A. A physician treats a patient for prostate cancer. B. A patient provides a urine specimen to check for UTI. C. A patient agrees to a test for HIV. D. A patient has his blood pressure taken during an examination.
B. A waitress
For which of the following individuals would requirements for reporting communicable disease be more stringent? A. An office manager B. A waitress C. A lawyer D. A stay at home parent
B. A 35-year-old male with incurable pancreatic cancer
For which of the following patients would palliative care be most appropriate? A. A 28-year-old female with breast cancer B. A 35-year-old male with incurable pancreatic cancer C. A 60-year-old male with prostate cancer D. A 10-year-old female with leukemia
A. They believed that the spirit of the deceased escaped through the mouth.
For which of the following reasons did pagan tribes begin the custom of covering the face of the deceased with a sheet? A. They believed that the spirit of the deceased escaped through the mouth. B. They believed that the spirit of the deceased would call other family members. C. They believed that the spirit of the deceased could see other family members. D. They were afraid the deceased would cast a spell on other family members.
A. Falsifying a medical diploma
Fraud may, in some states, be considered unprofessional conduct, or it may be separately specified as grounds for revoking a physician's license. Which of the following is an example of fraud? A. Falsifying a medical diploma B. Physically abusing a patient C. Being sexually intimate with a patient D. Committing a felony
B. The representation of good law
From a legal standpoint, which of the following is the most important aspect of a court case? A. The result of the case B. The representation of good law C. The damages awarded to the plaintiff D. The result of future appeals
A. Failure to triage emergency department patients
From a medical/legal standpoint, in an article in the March 2003 issue of Family Practice Management, Dr. R.J. Roberts of the University of Wisconsin Medical School identified seven common reasons for medical malpractice lawsuits. Which of the following is not one of these seven identified reasons? A. Failure to triage emergency department patients B. Cancer misdiagnosis, wrong diagnosis, or delay in diagnosis C. Birth injury or negligent maternity care D. Failure to obtain informed consent
B. Keeping watch over the deceased hoping life would return
From which ancient custom do wakes held today originate? A. Watching the spirit of the deceased return to its resting place B. Keeping watch over the deceased hoping life would return C. Keeping watch so the deceased does not harm the living D. Keeping watch so the spirit of the deceased feels loved
B. Keeping watch over the deceased hoping life would return
From which ancient custom do wakes held today originate? A. Watching the spirit of the deceased return to its resting place B. Keeping watch over the deceased hoping life would return C. Keeping watch so the deceased does not harm the living D. Keeping watch so the spirit of the deceased feels loved
B. The actions of the parties involved
From which of the following does an implied contract result? A. The terms of the spoken agreement B. The actions of the parties involved C. The legally worded contract D. The oral agreement of the parties involved
C. 20th
Generally, birth and death certificates are not required for fetal deaths occurring prior to what week of gestation? A. 12th B. 15th C. 20th D. 24th
B. 4
HIPAA contains standards that health care facilities must implement within a certain time frame. How many standards are included in this legislation? A. 2 B. 4 C. 6 D. 8
B. Emphasis on specialty medicine
Harry Sultz and Kristina Young, social and preventive medicine experts, attribute increases in the cost of health care to which of the following factors? A. Decreasing elderly population B. Emphasis on specialty medicine C. Decreasing numbers of uninsured D. Lack of reimbursement system incentives
A. Genetic discrimination
Harvard Medical School's Lisa N. Geller and her colleagues conducted a comprehensive and still often-quoted study throughout the 1990s. Partially due to this study, there are now laws in place to prevent: A. Genetic discrimination B. Genetic counseling C. Genetic engineering D. Stem cell research
B. Justice
Health care practitioners may debate whether everyone is entitled to health care regardless of ability to pay for that care. Which of the following seven principles of health care ethics is involved in this discussion? A. Nonmaleficence B. Justice C. Beneficence D. Autonomy
D. All non-telephone patient conversations
Health care practitioners should know that patient records are often used as evidence in medical malpractice cases, and improper documentation can lose a case. Which of the following does not need to be documented? A. Case withdrawals B. Patient referrals C. Treatment refusals D. All non-telephone patient conversations
D. All non-telephone patient conversations
Health care practitioners should know that patient records are often used as evidence in medical malpractice cases, and improper documentation can lose a case. Which of the following does not need to be documented? A. Case withdrawals B. Patient referrals C. Treatment refusals D. All non-telephone patient conversations
a. to increase the competence and standards of care within the profession
Health care professionals follow a formalized code of ethics governing their practice. What is the purpose of these codes? a. to increase the competence and standards of care within the profession b. to revoke the licenses of unethical practitioners c. to provide a consistent guide for protocol in the office d. to relieve the lawmaking bodies of some of their legal responsibilities
A. a physician decides to take a pay cut in order to ensure his employer stays in business.
Healthcare professionals make value choices in the workplace on a daily basis. Which of the following is an example of using teleological theory to make a value choice? A. a physician decides to take a pay cut in order to ensure his employer stays in business. B. a man finds a wallet with cash inside and turns it in to the lost and found. C. a nurse stops to help an elderly man with packages even though she is late for work. D. a woman lies to her husband about an affair in order to spare his feelings.
B. ½ from the mother and ½ from the father
How are the chromosomes that make up the human genome inherited from parents? A. 1/3 from the mother and 2/3 from the father B. ½ from the mother and ½ from the father C. ¾ from the mother and ¼ from the father D. ¾ from the father and ¼ from the mother
B. ½ from the mother and ½ from the father
How are the chromosomes that make up the human genome inherited from parents? A. 1/3 from the mother and 2/3 from the father B. ½ from the mother and ½ from the father C. ¾ from the mother and ¼ from the father D. ¾ from the father and ¼ from the mother
A. 37
If current trends with the percentage of the GDP represented by health care spending continue, by 2050, the Congressional Budget Office projects, health care spending could easily exceed what percentage of the GDP? A. 37 B. 40 C. 42 D. 47
A. 37
If current trends with the percentage of the GDP represented by health care spending continue, by 2050, the Congressional Budget Office projects, health care spending could easily exceed what percentage of the GDP? A. 37 B. 40 C. 42 D. 47
C. The right action is based on a determined principle regardless of the outcome.
Immanuel Kant is considered the father of duty-oriented theory. What principle underlies Kant's theory? A. The rights of the majority are considered over the individual. B. There may be exceptions to the golden rule. C. The right action is based on a determined principle regardless of the outcome. D. In some cases it is necessary to use people as a means to an end.
C. Misdemeanor
Immunization records are confidential and anyone who fails to protect this confidentiality is guilty of which of the following? A. Felony B. Negligence C. Misdemeanor D. Assault
A. Pennsylvania
In 1992, which state became the 50th state to enact advance-directive legislation? A. Pennsylvania B. Oregon C. California D. Hawaii
A. Deficient
In Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of human needs, the need for basic life (food, shelter) a safe environment and to belong and be loved are designated "D" needs. What does "D" stand for? A. Deficient B. Deprivation C. Destitute D. Demanding
B. 3
In October 2010 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a report predicting that one in how many people may develop diabetes in the next 40 years? A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5
A. The husband notification requirement
In Planned Parenthood v. Casey, 505 U.S. 833 (1992) which of the following provisions was the only provision to fail the "undue burden" test? A. The husband notification requirement B. The parental consent for a minor C. A 48-hour waiting period prior to the procedure D. Informed consent of the pregnant woman following a 24-hr waiting period
D. The person who is the defendant
In a civil lawsuit involving a tort, there is always a tortfeasor. Which of the following describes this term? A. The person who is the plaintiff B. The judge who decides if a tort has been committed C. The witness to the tort D. The person who is the defendant
C. An expected level of performance
In a hospital setting a certain standard of care is expected of health care practitioners. Which of the following best describes this concept? A. Bare minimum care as needed B. A legal responsibility for patients C. An expected level of performance D. An obligation to patients
C. An expected level of performance
In a hospital setting a certain standard of care is expected of health care practitioners. Which of the following best describes this concept? A. Bare minimum care as needed B. A legal responsibility for patients C. An expected level of performance D. An obligation to patients
C. An expected level of performance
In a hospital setting a certain standard of care is expected of health care practitioners. Which of the following best describes this concept? A. Bare minimum care as needed B. A legal responsibility for patients C. An expected level of performance D. An obligation to patients
D. Define what is meant by "practice of medicine" in each state.
In all 50 states, medical practice acts have been established by statute to govern the practice of medicine. Which of the following is a primary mandate of these medical practice acts? A. Explain the process of accreditation. B. Investigate the background of physician applicants. C. Designate where physicians with certain specialties may practice. D. Define what is meant by "practice of medicine" in each state.
D. Risk management involves choices to reduce potential liability.
In healthcare practices, ethics and laws often interconnect with risk management measures. Which of the following accurately describes one of these concepts? A. Ethics is the expression of values in social rules. B. Law is described as a "choose to" activity. C. Risk management is a mandatory practice. D. Risk management involves choices to reduce potential liability.
D. Risk management involves choices to reduce potential liability.
In healthcare practices, ethics and laws often interconnect with risk management measures. Which of the following accurately describes one of these concepts? A. Ethics is the expression of values in social rules. B. Law is described as a "choose to" activity. C. Risk management is a mandatory practice. D. Risk management involves choices to reduce potential liability.
C. Breach of confidence
In many states, revocation of a physician's license may occur due to which of the following acts? A. Informal consultations with other physicians B. Disclosing patient information to a third party C. Breach of confidence D. Failure to maintain procedure manuals
C. Common sense
In order to be a successful health care practitioner, the practitioner must have: A. A college degree B. Certification C. Common sense D. A license
C. An employee can be insured in case he or she embezzles funds.
In some medical offices and other workplace locations where employees are responsible for collecting fees and handling financial matters, prospective employees may be asked whether they are bondable. What does this term mean? A. An employee qualifies for workers' compensation. B. An employee qualifies for unemployment benefits. C. An employee can be insured in case he or she embezzles funds. D. An employee is certified in his or her area of expertise.
A. Physicians with expertise in the medical specialty in question
In some states medical review panels must screen claims before they are brought to court. Which of the following are usually members of these panels? A. Physicians with expertise in the medical specialty in question B. Other health care workers as well as physicians with expertise in the medical specialty C. Retired judges and neutral attorneys D. Patients and physicians who have experience with the medical specialty in question
A. Epilepsy
In some states, certain noncommunicable diseases must also be reported, to allow public health officials to track causes and/or treatment or to otherwise protect the public's health and safety. Which of the following is one of these diseases? A. Epilepsy B. Measles C. Diabetes D. Cystic fibrosis
A. Epilepsy
In some states, certain noncommunicable diseases must also be reported, to allow public health officials to track causes and/or treatment or to otherwise protect the public's health and safety. Which of the following is one of these diseases? A. Epilepsy B. Measles C. Diabetes D. Cystic fibrosis
A. When the person is the subject of an investigation.
In which of the following cases would it be forbidden to disclose PHI about a person? A. When the person is the subject of an investigation. B. When the person has a gunshot wound. C. When the person is a victim of child abuse. D. When the person has a certain communicable disease.
A. When the person is the subject of an investigation.
In which of the following cases would it be forbidden to disclose PHI about a person? A. When the person is the subject of an investigation. B. When the person has a gunshot wound. C. When the person is a victim of child abuse. D. When the person has a certain communicable disease.
C. When a subpoena duces tecum is issued
In which of the following cases would patient authorization for release of his or her medical record be waived? A. For an insurance claim B. When transferring to another physician C. When a subpoena duces tecum is issued D. When a patient dies
D. A Catholic bishop who closely follows the tenets of his religion.
In which of the following scenarios would the person in power be most likely to decide life issues based on the deontological theory of decision making? A. A liberal administrator of a hospital who employs laissez-faire style of leadership B. A young single mother who had a teen pregnancy out of wedlock C. A gay married couple who are raising two children together D. A Catholic bishop who closely follows the tenets of his religion.
B. When the physician is acting in an emergency situation.
In which of the following situations is a physician not expected to obtain consent before proceeding with treatment? A. When a parent or legal guardian is present for a minor. B. When the physician is acting in an emergency situation. C. When an emancipated minor is seeking testing for HIV/AIDS. D. When a patient is mentally incompetent or unconscious.
B. When the physician is acting in an emergency situation.
In which of the following situations is a physician not expected to obtain consent before proceeding with treatment? A. When a parent or legal guardian is present for a minor. B. When the physician is acting in an emergency situation. C. When an emancipated minor is seeking testing for HIV/AIDS. D. When a patient is mentally incompetent or unconscious.
D. When a third party requests a medical examination of a person for employment
In which of the following situations may patient confidentiality be waived? A. When a physician does not agree with the decisions of the patient B. When a patient leaves a facility against medical advice C. When a patient refuses to sign a consent for a third party payor D. When a third party requests a medical examination of a person for employment
D. Assumption of risk
In which of the following types of defenses to professional liability suits is informed consent one of the most important elements? A. Contributory negligence B. Comparative negligence C. Denial D. Assumption of risk
C. Hazard Communication Standard
Increasing health care practitioners' awareness of risk, improving work practices and appropriate use of personal protective equipment, and reducing injuries and illnesses are goals of which of the following OSHA mandates? A. Chemical Hygiene Plan B. General Duty Clause C. Hazard Communication Standard D. CDC Guidelines
C. 12
Infertility is considered to be the failure to conceive in how many months or longer? A. 6 B. 9 C. 12 D. 18
C. 12
Infertility is considered to be the failure to conceive in how many months or longer? A. 6 B. 9 C. 12 D. 18
A. Medication
Instead of going to court, two disputing parties agree to a neutral third party listening to both sides of the argument and helping resolve the dispute. What is the term for this type of dispute resolution? A. Medication B. Arbitration C. Med-arb D. Discovery
A. Standard
It is a general requirement of HIPAA to protect a patient's personal health information. What is the term for this HIPAA requirement? A. Standard B. Rule C. Operation D. Transaction
D. By observing children at play
Jean Piaget is one of the most famous researchers in value development. How did Piaget formulate that there are four levels of moral development? A. By interviewing families with children B. By interviewing grandparents C. By researching discipline patterns of parents D. By observing children at play
C. That the process of moral maturity took longer than 12 years.
Lawrence Kohlberg modified and expanded Piaget's work, laying the groundwork for modern studies on moral development. On which of the following tenants did the two disagree? A. That children under 12 years of age could develop moral values. B. That children form ways of thinking through their experiences. C. That the process of moral maturity took longer than 12 years. D. That children under 12 years of age could understand moral concepts.
C. 78
Life expectancy in the United States is currently about how many years, placing the United States 49th when compared with other countries? A. 65 B. 72 C. 78 D. 83
A. Code of Ethics
Many health care professionals are members of professional organizations. Which of the following do professional organizations create to govern their members? A. Code of Ethics B. Laws C. Etiquette D. Statutes
D. That the patient's condition was caused by other factors than defendant negligence
Many health care professionals use affirmative defenses in medical professional liability suits. With these defenses, defendants are allowed to present evidence of which of the following? A. That they are innocent of all wrongdoing B. That the "4 Ds of negligence" were not met C. That the charges do not meet the elements of the theory of recovery D. That the patient's condition was caused by other factors than defendant negligence
D. Parkinson's disease
Many mutations occur in nuclear DNA, but diseases can also result from mutations in Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA), which multicelled organisms inherit mostly from mothers. Which of the following is an example of a mutation in Mitochondrial DNA? A. Sickle cell anemia B. Hemophilia C. Huntington's disease D. Parkinson's disease
D. Parkinson's disease
Many mutations occur in nuclear DNA, but diseases can also result from mutations in Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA), which multicelled organisms inherit mostly from mothers. Which of the following is an example of a mutation in Mitochondrial DNA? A. Sickle cell anemia B. Hemophilia C. Huntington's disease D. Parkinson's disease
A. Protection from unsafe work environments
Many states have employee right-to-know laws. What employee right do these laws protect? A. Protection from unsafe work environments B. Protection from sexual harassment C. Protection from discrimination D. Protection from work stoppages
B. Quality assurance
Methods used to manage risk are considered a part of which of the following? A. Assumption of risk B. Quality assurance C. Comparative negligence D. Telemedicine
C. Trauma center
Most medical training is provided in tertiary care settings. Which of the following is an example of a tertiary care setting? A. Physician's office B. Community health care clinic C. Trauma center D. Mobile clinic serving migrant workers
C. Trauma center
Most medical training is provided in tertiary care settings. Which of the following is an example of a tertiary care setting? A. Physician's office B. Community health care clinic C. Trauma center D. Mobile clinic serving migrant workers
B. 1946 and 1964
Much has been written about the effects of the baby boom generation on health care services in the United States. The baby boom generation is defined as those individuals born between: A. 1935 and 1955 B. 1946 and 1964 C. 1950 and 1960 D. 1946 and 1972
B. 1946 and 1964
Much has been written about the effects of the baby boom generation on health care services in the United States. The baby boom generation is defined as those individuals born between: A. 1935 and 1955 B. 1946 and 1964 C. 1950 and 1960 D. 1946 and 1972
C. Safety in the workplace
OSHA was passed in 1970 and has had a major impact on the operation of health care facilities. What is the major concern covered by this legislation? A. Equal employment opportunity B. Discrimination C. Safety in the workplace D. Employee benefits
C. A patient tells the physician he is seeking services of another physician
Occasionally situations arise in which premature termination of a physician/patient contract occurs. Which of the following situations definitively warrants premature termination of this contract? A. A patient pays his bill B. A patient cancels an appointment C. A patient tells the physician he is seeking services of another physician D. A patient follows the physician's instructions
D. Negligence
Of all the following torts, which is an unintentional tort? A. Assault B. Fraud C. Invasion of privacy D. Negligence
D. Negligence
Of all the following torts, which is an unintentional tort? A. Assault B. Fraud C. Invasion of privacy D. Negligence
D. Negligence
Of all the following torts, which is an unintentional tort? A. Assault B. Fraud C. Invasion of privacy D. Negligence
D. Attorney
Officers of the court are responsible for carrying out courtroom duties. Which of the following court officers represents plaintiffs and defendants by presenting evidence related to the case? A. Judge B. Jury C. Bailiff D. Attorney
D. Attorney
Officers of the court are responsible for carrying out courtroom duties. Which of the following court officers represents plaintiffs and defendants by presenting evidence related to the case? A. Judge B. Jury C. Bailiff D. Attorney
D. Hammurabi
One of the earliest medical codes of ethics was written by the Babylonians around 2250 b.c.e. Who was the author of this code of ethics? A. Hippocrates B. Percival C. Kevorkian D. Hammurabi
D. Hammurabi
One of the earliest medical codes of ethics was written by the Babylonians around 2250 b.c.e. Who was the author of this code of ethics? A. Hippocrates B. Percival C. Kevorkian D. Hammurabi
C. A clone is genetically identical to the parent.
One type of genetic engineering that is extremely controversial is cloning. Which of the following statements accurately describes an aspect of this process? A. The egg and sperm cells in our bodies are clones. B. A clone is an organism produced asexually from a cell from each of the parents. C. A clone is genetically identical to the parent. D. Identical twins are not clones.
C. A clone is genetically identical to the parent.
One type of genetic engineering that is extremely controversial is cloning. Which of the following statements accurately describes an aspect of this process? A. The egg and sperm cells in our bodies are clones. B. A clone is an organism produced asexually from a cell from each of the parents. C. A clone is genetically identical to the parent. D. Identical twins are not clones.
A. They serve as moral guidelines for members
Organizations for the health occupations have a code of ethics for their members. Which of the following is true regarding these codes? A. They serve as moral guidelines for members B. Their principles are legally binding C. They replace personal value systems D. They are informal guidelines to medical practices
A. An employee is laid off due to downsizing.
Out-of-work employees should contact a state unemployment office to determine whether they qualify for unemployment benefit. Which of the following employees would most likely qualify for unemployment benefits? A. An employee is laid off due to downsizing. B. An employee is unemployed due to a labor dispute. C. An employee quits a job because he feels he is overqualified. D. An employee is fired for misconduct.
D. Cerebral cortex
Persistent vegetative state(PVS) exists as a result of severe mental impairment, characterized by irreversible cessation of the higher functions of the brain, most often caused by damage to which of the following organs? A. Brain stem B. Cerebellum C. Medulla oblongata D. Cerebral cortex
A. Protocols
Physicians and nurses use the rules of etiquette in the physician's office. Etiquette rules are also determined by: A. Protocols B. Ethics C. Policies D. Morals
C. The amount and pattern of care delivered is monitored.
Physicians in a group practice operate under a managed care system. Which of the following is a characteristic of this type of practice? A. Fees vary from patient to patient. B. Services subscribers require are not limited. C. The amount and pattern of care delivered is monitored. D. Subscribers may choose their own physicians.
A. Criminal
Practicing medicine without a license is an example of a violation of which of the following types of law? A. Criminal B. Civil C. Administrative D. Common
B. When people are born, they have no values in place.
Psychologists question how individuals develop values that guide them in ethical decision making. Which of the following reflects current thought on value development? A. Individuals move from a personal value system to a needs-based motivation. B. When people are born, they have no values in place. C. Value development is the same for all people regardless of culture. D. Value development is not influenced by economic status.
D. There is a lack of attractiveness of general practice in rural and underserved areas.
Recent U.S. government statistics show that in the United States, medical students are three times more likely to specialize than to remain generalists or primary care physicians. Which of the following accurately describes one of the reasons doctors specialize? A. Specialists can make up to three times more money than generalists. B. Most medical training is provided in primary care settings. C. There is increased exposure to generalists who are role models. D. There is a lack of attractiveness of general practice in rural and underserved areas.
A. Genetic engineering
Scientists are able to manipulate DNA within the cells of plants, animals, and other organisms to ensure that certain advantageous traits will appear and be passed on, or that certain harmful trails are eliminated. What is the term for this process? A. Genetic engineering B. Cloning C. Genetic discrimination D. Stem cell manipulation
D. Autism
Several years ago a British physician named Andrew Wakefield published speculation that a relationship between the MMR vaccines and what disorder in children existed? A. Down syndrome B. Cerebral palsy C. Leukemia D. Autism
D. Autism
Several years ago a British physician named Andrew Wakefield published speculation that a relationship between the MMR vaccines and what disorder in children existed? A. Down syndrome B. Cerebral palsy C. Leukemia D. Autism
B. When on the telephone with a patient, do not use his or her name if others may hear.
Since health care procedures and facilities present numerous opportunities for a breach of confidentiality, health care practitioners must make every effort to safeguard each patient's privacy. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for protecting a patient's privacy? A. Do not disclose patient information to a third party, even with signed consent. B. When on the telephone with a patient, do not use his or her name if others may hear. C. Decide confidentiality on the basis of approval of patient views or morals. D. It is appropriate to reveal patient financial information, as it is not confidential.
D. The court
Some states require mediation and/or arbitration for certain civil cases, while in other states alternative dispute resolution methods are voluntary. Under the terms of a written contract, who chooses an arbitrator? A. Both parties B. The plaintiff C. The defendant D. The court
D. Policies are put in place to protect electronic PHI from unauthorized access.
Standard 3 of the HIPAA legislation is the security rule. What does the term "security" mean in this situation? A. Policies are put in place to ensure confidentiality of protected health information. B. Unique identifiers are provided for electronic transmissions. C. A limited amount of patient information may be released in certain circumstances. D. Policies are put in place to protect electronic PHI from unauthorized access.
D. Policies are put in place to protect electronic PHI from unauthorized access.
Standard 3 of the HIPAA legislation is the security rule. What does the term "security" mean in this situation? A. Policies are put in place to ensure confidentiality of protected health information. B. Unique identifiers are provided for electronic transmissions. C. A limited amount of patient information may be released in certain circumstances. D. Policies are put in place to protect electronic PHI from unauthorized access.
C. The governor is the head of the state's executive branch.
State governments have three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. Which of the following is also a characteristic of state governments? A. The number of state legislators is equal to the number of federal legislators. B. Legislative branches consist of three chambers. C. The governor is the head of the state's executive branch. D. Each state has the same state constitution.
C. Generally, parental consent is required for a physician to treat a minor with HIV.
State public health law varies for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing, but, generally, health care practitioners must consider which of the following guidelines when providing this type of testing? A. Children who contract HIV may make informed decisions in their health care. B. Married minors do not have the right to give consent for HIV testing. C. Generally, parental consent is required for a physician to treat a minor with HIV. D. Guardians must consent to treatment for HIV for emancipated minors.
A. Uniform Determination of Death Act
States have their own criteria for determining when death actually occurs, but most have adopted the definition of brain death proposed by which of the following? A. Uniform Determination of Death Act B. American Medical Association's Act C. President's Commission for the Study of Ethical Problems D. American Bar Association
C. As bills
Statutory law refers to laws enacted by state or federal legislatures. Individual laws in this body of law are called statutes. How do these statutes begin? A. As city ordinances B. As amendments C. As bills D. As common law
B. Alzheimer's disease
Stem cells that develop into neuronal tissues could be used to treat patients with which of the following conditions/disorders? A. Pancreatic cancer B. Alzheimer's disease C. Diabetes D. Heart disease
B. Alzheimer's disease
Stem cells that develop into neuronal tissues could be used to treat patients with which of the following conditions/disorders? A. Pancreatic cancer B. Alzheimer's disease C. Diabetes D. Heart disease
A. Kidney
Studies conducted by the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) in 2004 found the increasing need for more donor organs a recurring theme, especially for which of the following types of transplants? A. Kidney B. Heart C. Corneas D. Lung
D. Increased engagement in lawsuits
Surgeons are acutely aware that they are practicing their skills in a "litigious society." What is the meaning of the term "litigious"? A. Increased consumer awareness B. Higher number of practicing lawyers C. Decreased legal liability D. Increased engagement in lawsuits
A. Treatment
TPO is an important HIPAA term. Which of the following describes an aspect of this acronym? A. Treatment B. Plans C. Payors D. Other expenses
A. Treatment
TPO is an important HIPAA term. Which of the following describes an aspect of this acronym? A. Treatment B. Plans C. Payors D. Other expenses
C. Oxygen
Technically, it can be said that death results from lack of which of the following? A. Brain waves B. Blood circulation C. Oxygen D. Reflexes
C. Oxygen
Technically, it can be said that death results from lack of which of the following? A. Brain waves B. Blood circulation C. Oxygen D. Reflexes
A. A patient who has nonspecific chest pain complaints
Terminating a physician's services extends to the right of hospitalized patients to leave before their physicians have discharged them, or to leave against medical advice (AMA). According to statistics, which of the following patients would be most likely to leave the hospital against doctors' orders? A. A patient who has nonspecific chest pain complaints B. A patient with a fracture of an appendage C. A patient with a sensory deficit D. A patient who has a terminal illness
A. 25%
The Center to Advance Palliative Care, based in New York, provides information to help patients and their families receive care that addresses all of the patient's needs. According to the organization's statistics, what percent of U.S. hospitals provide palliative care? A. 25% B. 33% C. 58% D. 76%
D. Recovering from substance abuse
The Family Leave Act of 1991 applies to employers with 50 or more employees and mandates allowing employees to take unpaid leave time for certain conditions. Which of the following conditions is not covered by this act? A. Maternity B. Adoption C. Caring for an ill family member D. Recovering from substance abuse
D. Clean
The Five Cs are used to describe the attributes of entries in a patient's medical record. Which of the following is not one of the 4Cs? A. Concise B. Complete C. Chronologically ordered D. Clean
D. Clean
The Five Cs are used to describe the attributes of entries in a patient's medical record. Which of the following is not one of the 4Cs? A. Concise B. Complete C. Chronologically ordered D. Clean
D. Clean
The Five Cs are used to describe the attributes of entries in a patient's medical record. Which of the following is not one of the 4Cs? A. Concise B. Complete C. Chronologically ordered D. Clean
D. Negligence
The Good Samaritan Acts were passed to protect physicians from being charged with which of the following torts? A. Invasion of privacy B. Assault C. Battery D. Negligence
D. To locate and map the location of all 46 genes
The Human Genome Project, funded by the U.S. government, was started in 1990. What was the purpose of this project? A. To pinpoint certain inherited diseases, such as sickle cell anemia B. To determine which genes are inherited from which parent C. To further the development of creating human clones D. To locate and map the location of all 46 genes
C. Use a process for taking verbal or telephone orders or critical test results that requires a verification read-back by the person receiving the information.
The Joint Commission addresses accurately identifying patients and improving communication among caregivers by making sure all accredited health care organizations implement which of the following requirements? A. Use two patient identifiers including the patient's hospital room number and another identifier when performing procedures. B. Prior to the start of any surgical or invasive procedure, confirm the correct patient, procedure, and site, using passive communication. C. Use a process for taking verbal or telephone orders or critical test results that requires a verification read-back by the person receiving the information. D. Do not use any standardized abbreviations, acronyms, and symbols throughout the organization.
C. Use a process for taking verbal or telephone orders or critical test results that requires a verification read-back by the person receiving the information.
The Joint Commission addresses accurately identifying patients and improving communication among caregivers by making sure all accredited health care organizations implement which of the following requirements? A. Use two patient identifiers including the patient's hospital room number and another identifier when performing procedures. B. Prior to the start of any surgical or invasive procedure, confirm the correct patient, procedure, and site, using passive communication. C. Use a process for taking verbal or telephone orders or critical test results that requires a verification read-back by the person receiving the information. D. Do not use any standardized abbreviations, acronyms, and symbols throughout the organization.
D. Manage as sentinel events all identified cases of unanticipated death or major permanent loss of function associated with a health careâ€"acquired infection
The Joint Commission addresses improving the safety of infusion pumps, improving the effectiveness of clinical alarm systems, and reducing the risk of health-care acquired infections. Which of the following is a recommended guideline to accomplish these goals? A. Do not allow free-flow or general-use and patient-controlled analgesia intravenous infusion pumps to be used. B. Be sure all alarms are activated with appropriate settings to allow competing noises to be heard within a care unit. C. Devise specific institutional hand hygiene guidelines to be used in place of non-specific Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hand hygiene guidelines. D. Manage as sentinel events all identified cases of unanticipated death or major permanent loss of function associated with a health careâ€"acquired infection
D. Manage as sentinel events all identified cases of unanticipated death or major permanent loss of function associated with a health careâ€"acquired infection
The Joint Commission addresses improving the safety of infusion pumps, improving the effectiveness of clinical alarm systems, and reducing the risk of health-care acquired infections. Which of the following is a recommended guideline to accomplish these goals? A. Do not allow free-flow or general-use and patient-controlled analgesia intravenous infusion pumps to be used. B. Be sure all alarms are activated with appropriate settings to allow competing noises to be heard within a care unit. C. Devise specific institutional hand hygiene guidelines to be used in place of non-specific Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hand hygiene guidelines. D. Manage as sentinel events all identified cases of unanticipated death or major permanent loss of function associated with a health careâ€"acquired infection
A. Hospital-based infections
The NHQR has become an annual event, allowing for continuous tracking of certain health care measures. According to 2010 data, which of the following is an area that warrants urgent attention? A. Hospital-based infections B. Hospital readmissions C. Care coordination D. Patient communication
A. Vaccine manufacturers
The National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986 created the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP). For which of the following was this legislation created to protect? A. Vaccine manufacturers B. Parents of children with vaccination injuries C. Schools requiring vaccinations for entrance D. Children injured by vaccinations
D. Location of the vaccine manufacturer
The National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act requires physicians and other health care providers administering vaccines to keep permanent records on vaccines administered and health problems occurring after vaccination. Which of the following information does not need to be documented in the patient's permanent medical record? A. Date of vaccination B. Vaccine lot number C. Name of health care provider administrating vaccine D. Location of the vaccine manufacturer
B. It ensures health care for low-income children under 19 not covered by Medicaid.
The State Children's Health Initiative Program (SCHIP) was enacted by the Balanced Budget Act of 1997. Which of the following is true regarding this act? A. It ensures all children under the age of 12 have health care. B. It ensures health care for low-income children under 19 not covered by Medicaid. C. It provides an unlimited amount of funds to states on matching basis for federal funds. D. It was enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010.
C. State legislation governing written contracts
The Statute of Frauds, derived from the Statute for the Prevention of Frauds and Perjuries formulated in England in 1677, states which contracts must be in writing to be enforced. Which of the following describes the Statute of Frauds? A. Federal legislation governing written contracts B. Federal legislation governing implied contracts C. State legislation governing written contracts D. State legislation governing implied contracts
D. 20%
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, has determined that what ¬percent of the nation's population resides in areas where physicians, dentists, and other health care practitioners are in short supply? A. 5% B. 10% C. 15% D. 20%
D. 20%
The U.S. Department of Labor forecasts for employment show that the health care industry will account for about what percent of all wage and salary jobs from 2008 through 2018? A. 5% B. 10% C. 15% D. 20%
D. 20%
The U.S. Department of Labor forecasts for employment show that the health care industry will account for about what percent of all wage and salary jobs from 2008 through 2018? A. 5% B. 10% C. 15% D. 20%
C. Judicial
The U.S. Supreme Court oversees the enforcement of laws. Which of the following branches of government interprets court law? A. Executive B. Legislative C. Judicial D. Constitutional
A. The Joint Commission
The administer of a long-term care facility is applying for accreditation of the facility. Which of the following organizations is involved in this process? A. The Joint Commission B. The Food and Drug Administration C. The National Committee for Quality Assurance D. The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
A. People skills
The art of listening to others and communicating well is a key component of care provided by a health care professional. Which of the following is a term for this type of skill? A. People skills B. Critical thinking skills C. Technical skills D. Etiquette
C. State medical practice acts
The doctrine of informed consent is the legal basis for informed consent. Under which of the following is this doctrine usually outlined? A. Local government regulations B. Facility policy C. State medical practice acts D. Federal statutes
A. Compliance
The employer physician puts a plan in place to ensure that all government regulations are enforced in her office. What is the term for this plan? A. Compliance B. Quality assurance C. Government contract D. Credentialing
A. An award for loss to the patient's estate of future earnings
The family of a patient sues for wrongful death when the patient's death was judged to have been due to the negligence of health care practitioners. What might the family collect from a settlement of this case? A. An award for loss to the patient's estate of future earnings B. An award covering the cost of burial for the victim C. An award punishing the health care worker D. An award totaling one year's salary of the deceased
B. The plaintiffs were advised by knowledgeable acquaintances to sue.
The first major study to determine why patients sue hospitals and health care practitioners and what might prevent an injured patient or his or her family members from filing a lawsuit was conducted in 1992 by Gerald B. Hickson and others. According to Hickson, which of the following is the most common reason for patient lawsuits? A. The plaintiffs recognized a cover-up. B. The plaintiffs were advised by knowledgeable acquaintances to sue. C. The plaintiffs recognized their child would have no future. D. The plaintiffs wanted revenge to protect others from harm.
B. The plaintiffs were advised by knowledgeable acquaintances to sue.
The first major study to determine why patients sue hospitals and health care practitioners and what might prevent an injured patient or his or her family members from filing a lawsuit was conducted in 1992 by Gerald B. Hickson and others. According to Hickson, which of the following is the most common reason for patient lawsuits? A. The plaintiffs recognized a cover-up. B. The plaintiffs were advised by knowledgeable acquaintances to sue. C. The plaintiffs recognized their child would have no future. D. The plaintiffs wanted revenge to protect others from harm.
C. With the advancement of medical technology patients expect favorable outcomes.
The health care professional who studies law and ethics gains perspective on current issues that affect health care practices. Which of the following accurately describes one of these issues? A. A decrease in health care costs makes health care more affordable for the uninsured. B. The media has insured that everyone has the same access to medical commodities. C. With the advancement of medical technology patients expect favorable outcomes. D. Health care professionals should not be involved in the legal issues of patients.
B. A nurse is deciding how to handle a friend/co-worker's alcohol problem.
The healthcare practitioner faces many decisions in the workplace. Which of the following is an example of a subjective decision? A. An x-ray technician is trying to figure out how to work a piece of equipment. B. A nurse is deciding how to handle a friend/co-worker's alcohol problem. C. A physician is deciding what blood pressure cuff to use on an obese patient. D. A psychologist prepares interview questions for a patient with a mental disorder.
C. A summons is delivered to the defendant.
The judge in a lawsuit issues a summons. Which of the following is true about this process? A. A summons is issued by the attorney for the plaintiff. B. A summons is a written statement of the complaint. C. A summons is delivered to the defendant. D. A summons requires no further action on the part of the defendant.
D. Nominal
The judge in a negligence case states that the rights of the patient were violated, though no actual loss was proven. The judge awards the plaintiff $1.00. This is known as what type of award? A. Special compensatory B. Consequential C. Punitive D. Nominal
A. Health care practitioners who are self-employed do not have to deduct withholding.
The law requires employers to withhold specified amounts from employees' pay and to keep records of and send these sums to the proper income tax center. Which of the following is true regarding these taxes for persons who are self-employed? A. Health care practitioners who are self-employed do not have to deduct withholding. B. Self-employed individuals do not have to pay Social Security taxes. C. Self-employed individuals pay lower Social Security taxes. D. Self-employed individuals must make bi-annual tax payments.
A. Pig
The most successful uses of xenotransplantation to date have involved transplanting into human patients what animal skin and nervous tissues? A. Pig B. Cow C. Monkey D. Goat
A. People skills
The nurse giving report clearly and accurately describes the condition of the patients she cared for during her shift. Which of the followings skills is this nurse demonstrating? A. People skills B. Critical thinking skills C. Technical skills D. Problem-solving skills
A. People skills
The nurse giving report clearly and accurately describes the condition of the patients she cared for during her shift. Which of the followings skills is this nurse demonstrating? A. People skills B. Critical thinking skills C. Technical skills D. Problem-solving skills
C. Step 3
The nurse is planning care for a client and makes a list of all the options from which to choose. This is an example of what step of the decision making process? A. Step 1 B. Step 2 C. Step 3 D. Step 4
A. Collect the facts.
The nurse practitioner has identified a problem in her practice that needs attention. What would be the next step the nurse would take if following the problem solving process? A. Collect the facts. B. List the options. C. Evaluate the potential options. D. Make a decision and act.
B. Verify the patient's name, address, and date of birth on the authorization.
The person in charge of medical records for a physician's office is preparing to release medical records requested by an insurance company. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for this procedure? A. Receive a verbal authorization from the patient prior to releasing the patient record. B. Verify the patient's name, address, and date of birth on the authorization. C. Release the entire record, not just the information specifically requested. D. Warn patient that once authorized, consent to release information cannot be rescinded.
B. Verify the patient's name, address, and date of birth on the authorization.
The person in charge of medical records for a physician's office is preparing to release medical records requested by an insurance company. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for this procedure? A. Receive a verbal authorization from the patient prior to releasing the patient record. B. Verify the patient's name, address, and date of birth on the authorization. C. Release the entire record, not just the information specifically requested. D. Warn patient that once authorized, consent to release information cannot be rescinded.
D. Medical office
The physician is treating patients in an ambulatory care setting. Which of the following is an example of this type of facility? A. Hospital B. Acute-care facility C. In-patient surgical center D. Medical office
B. Evaluate the evidence
The physician is using critical thinking skills to solve a personnel issue in his office. Which of the following is the third step of the critical thinking process? A. Identify and clarify the problem B. Evaluate the evidence C. Consider alternatives and implications D. Gather information
B. Evaluate the evidence
The physician is using critical thinking skills to solve a personnel issue in his office. Which of the following is the third step of the critical thinking process? A. Identify and clarify the problem B. Evaluate the evidence C. Consider alternatives and implications D. Gather information
D. Risk management
The physician who owns a physician's office examines the practices and behaviors of his employees to determine and eliminate problems that may lead to a malpractice lawsuit. What is the term for this practice? A. Credentialing B. Liability insurance C. Occurrence insurance D. Risk management
D. Risk management
The physician who owns a physician's office examines the practices and behaviors of his employees to determine and eliminate problems that may lead to a malpractice lawsuit. What is the term for this practice? A. Credentialing B. Liability insurance C. Occurrence insurance D. Risk management
D. Tenth Amendment
The power of the states to initiate public health statutes is inferred from which amendment to the U.S. Constitution, included in the Bill of Rights? A. First Amendment B. Second Amendment C. Fifth Amendment D. Tenth Amendment
D. Identifying and clarifying problems
The radiologist uses critical thinking when dealing with people in his practice. Which of the following is inherent to the critical thinking process? A. Using emotions to solve problems B. Following company policy C. Determining if a decision is ethical D. Identifying and clarifying problems
B. Karen Ann Quinlan
The right to die first became a matter for the courts to deliberate in 1976, with the death of whom? A. Nancy Beth Cruzan B. Karen Ann Quinlan C. Dr. Kevorkian D. Luis Kutner
B. Third
The right to privacy is expressed in amendments to the United States Constitution. Which of the following is one of the amendments that deals with privacy issues? A. Second B. Third C. Sixth D. Eighth
A. To assess population trends and needs
The state and federal governments collect vital statistics in the U.S. including births, deaths, marriages, divorces, and changes in civil status. What is the main purpose for collecting this information? A. To assess population trends and needs B. To control population growth or decline C. To distribute goods and services fairly D. To provide information to marketing services
B. Public health statutes
The state of Virginia checks all restaurants to make sure the conditions are sanitary. This is an example of which of the following? A. Civil laws B. Public health statutes C. Federal health legislation D. Civilian Protection Acts
B. Public health statutes
The state of Virginia checks all restaurants to make sure the conditions are sanitary. This is an example of which of the following? A. Civil laws B. Public health statutes C. Federal health legislation D. Civilian Protection Acts
A. Cost
The term that describes the amount of money that health care stakeholders spend on health care in the United States is which of the following? A. Cost B. Access C. Quality D. Value
D. 100%
The total cost of health care in the United States is often expressed as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product. The GDP represents what percentage of the country's income for all goods and services? A. 25% B. 50% C. 75% D. 100%
D. Communicate clearly and ask for confirmation that you have been understood.
Therapeutic communication is key to avoiding medical malpractice lawsuits. Which of the following is a recommended guideline when communicating with patients? A. Clearly state that it is not within your scope of practice to make appointments. B. If adverse events occur, do not report the event immediately until damage is assessed. C. When adverse events occur, try to avoid or ignore the patients involved. D. Communicate clearly and ask for confirmation that you have been understood.
D. Communicate clearly and ask for confirmation that you have been understood.
Therapeutic communication is key to avoiding medical malpractice lawsuits. Which of the following is a recommended guideline when communicating with patients? A. Clearly state that it is not within your scope of practice to make appointments. B. If adverse events occur, do not report the event immediately until damage is assessed. C. When adverse events occur, try to avoid or ignore the patients involved. D. Communicate clearly and ask for confirmation that you have been understood.
C. In the case of a birth injury
There are eight circumstances that apply concerning the disclosure of PHI to law enforcement officials. Which of the following is not one of these circumstances? A. Identifying a suspect B. A case of a suspicious death C. In the case of a birth injury D. Following a crime on the premises
C. Defense
There are four elements (4 Ds) that must be present in a given situation to prove that a health care professional is guilty of negligence. Which of the following is not one of the "four Ds of negligence?" A. Duty B. Dereliction C. Defense D. Damages
B. A physician is engaged solely in research, and not treating patients.
There are situations when physicians do not need a valid license to practice medicine in a specific state. Which of the following is an example of one of these situations? A. A physician is practicing medicine in an underserved area. B. A physician is engaged solely in research, and not treating patients. C. A physician is employed by a state facility. D. A physician is caring for patients who are in a hospice program.
B. A physician is engaged solely in research, and not treating patients.
There are situations when physicians do not need a valid license to practice medicine in a specific state. Which of the following is an example of one of these situations? A. A physician is practicing medicine in an underserved area. B. A physician is engaged solely in research, and not treating patients. C. A physician is employed by a state facility. D. A physician is caring for patients who are in a hospice program.
A. Occurrence insurance
There are three types of insurance that health care practitioners can purchase to extend coverage of a canceled claims-made policy or for claims-made coverage when the insured switches to a different insurance carrier. Which of the following is not an extended insurance plan? A. Occurrence insurance B. Tail coverage C. Prior acts insurance D. Self-insurance
D. Sharing the workload and expenses
Three physicians form a partnership to practice together under a written agreement. Which of the following is an advantage of a partnership? A. Sharing liability for the acts, conduct, losses, and deficits of the partnership. B. There are financial and tax advantages involved in a partnership. C. Fringe benefits to employees may be more generous than other types of practices. D. Sharing the workload and expenses
C. Failure to report suspected cases of child abuse may be a misdemeanor.
To help prevent violence against children, in 1974 Congress passed the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act, mandating the reporting of cases of child abuse. Which of the following is a provision of this act? A. Child abuse can be reported at any time frame verbally or in writing. B. There is a 24-hour waiting period for reporting child abuse. C. Failure to report suspected cases of child abuse may be a misdemeanor. D. Reporting child abuse may constitute liability on the part of the health care provider.
A. Rising health care costs
Traditional fee-for-service health insurance companies now incorporate elements of managed care into their plans. What is the greatest impact of third-party payers? A. Rising health care costs B. Smaller awards in litigation C. Less emphasis on expensive technology D. Fewer insured Americans
C. Diphtheria
Under each state's public health statutes, physicians, other health care practitioners, and anyone who has knowledge of a case must report to county or state health agencies the occurrence of certain diseases that, if left unchecked, could threaten the health and well being of the population. Which of the following diseases is most likely to have mandated reporting by the state? A. Influenza B. Streptococcal infections C. Diphtheria D. Staphylococcal infections
D. Exercise his or her best professional judgment in all cases
Under the provisions of the physicianâ€"patient contract, both parties have certain rights and responsibilities. Which of the following is a responsibility of the physician? A. Treat every patient who seeks medical care B. Restore the patient to his or her original state of health C. Possess the highest skills possible within the profession D. Exercise his or her best professional judgment in all cases
D. Exercise his or her best professional judgment in all cases
Under the provisions of the physicianâ€"patient contract, both parties have certain rights and responsibilities. Which of the following is a responsibility of the physician? A. Treat every patient who seeks medical care B. Restore the patient to his or her original state of health C. Possess the highest skills possible within the profession D. Exercise his or her best professional judgment in all cases
A. When they will be used for teaching purposes.
Under which of the following circumstances should a separate consent form be obtained to use patient images? A. When they will be used for teaching purposes. B. When they will be used to document routine care. C. When they will be used to document a new procedure. D. When they will be used to document before and after patient conditions.
A. Physician specialty and dollar amount covered by the policy
Upon which of the following is the cost of a liability premium based? A. Physician specialty and dollar amount covered by the policy B. Physician credentials and ability to pay the policy C. Number of employees and number of incidences that will be covered D. Government agencies regulating the purchase of liability insurance by all physicians
B. Sit rather than stand when interviewing patients.
Using effective interpersonal communication in the physician-patient relationship may help deter medical malpractice lawsuits. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for therapeutic communication? A. Do not use nonverbal communication with patients. B. Sit rather than stand when interviewing patients. C. Do not make eye contact with patients. D. Use defensive body postures to communicate disapproval.
A. Alasdair MacIntyre
Virtue ethics focuses on the traits, characteristics, and virtues that a moral person should have. Who is the most well-known ethicist to write about this ethical decision making process? A. Alasdair MacIntyre B. Immanuel Kant C. Abraham Maslow D. Jean Piaget
C. Coping methods of persons who are grieving
What aspect of death and dying did the late Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, MD describe? A. Grieving rituals B. Religious aspects of death and dying C. Coping methods of persons who are grieving D. Impact of the death of a relative on the family structure
B. The patient must file a written complaint with the secretary of HHS.
What is the initial patient action if he or she feels a health care practitioner has violated the HIPAA privacy rule? A. The patient may sue the practitioner in a civil court of law. B. The patient must file a written complaint with the secretary of HHS. C. The patient may sue the practitioner in a criminal court of law. D. The patient has no recourse under the federal mandate but may sue under state laws.
B. The patient must file a written complaint with the secretary of HHS.
What is the initial patient action if he or she feels a health care practitioner has violated the HIPAA privacy rule? A. The patient may sue the practitioner in a civil court of law. B. The patient must file a written complaint with the secretary of HHS. C. The patient may sue the practitioner in a criminal court of law. D. The patient has no recourse under the federal mandate but may sue under state laws.
C. Consent
What is the legal term for the permission a patient gives for a physician to examine him or her, to perform tests, and/or treat a medical condition? A. Fiduciary duty B. Confidentiality C. Consent D. Authorization
C. To treat others who may be infected
What is the main reason health care practitioners are required to report sexually transmitted infections (STIs) to the state health department? A. To quarantine the individual with the infection B. To impose a fine on the individual C. To treat others who may be infected D. To track the incidence of STIs in communities
C. It restores the oxygen level in tissues faster.
What is the major advantage of administering an artificial blood substitute to a patient with traumatic brain injury? A. It is cheaper to use than real blood. B. It is more readily available than real blood. C. It restores the oxygen level in tissues faster. D. It does not contain damaging elements found in formed blood.
C. It restores the oxygen level in tissues faster.
What is the major advantage of administering an artificial blood substitute to a patient with traumatic brain injury? A. It is cheaper to use than real blood. B. It is more readily available than real blood. C. It restores the oxygen level in tissues faster. D. It does not contain damaging elements found in formed blood.
B. Availability of health insurance coverage for all Americans
What is the major focus of the 2010 Patient Protections and Affordable Care Act? A. Disclosure of privacy policies for financial institutions B. Availability of health insurance coverage for all Americans C. Customer records in banks D. Access to school records
B. 2 years
What is the most common amount of time allowed for filing legal actions, including collections, damages for child sexual abuse, retaining of medical records, wrongful death claims, medical malpractice, and many other causes of action? A. 1 year B. 2 years C. 3 years D. 4 years
B. 2 years
What is the most common amount of time allowed for filing legal actions, including collections, damages for child sexual abuse, retaining of medical records, wrongful death claims, medical malpractice, and many other causes of action? A. 1 year B. 2 years C. 3 years D. 4 years
A. To increase the competence and standard of care within the profession
What is the purpose of formalized codes of ethics in the health care professions? A. To increase the competence and standard of care within the profession B. To revoke the licenses of unethical practitioners C. To provide a consistent guide for protocol in the office D. To relieve the lawmaking bodies of some of their legal responsibilities
A. To increase the competence and standard of care within the profession
What is the purpose of formalized codes of ethics in the health care professions? A. To increase the competence and standard of care within the profession B. To revoke the licenses of unethical practitioners C. To provide a consistent guide for protocol in the office D. To relieve the lawmaking bodies of some of their legal responsibilities
C. The present and future health of the patient
What is the unique focus of healthcare providers that challenges them to make sound ethical decisions? A. The administration of medications B. The performance of medical procedures C. The present and future health of the patient D. The allocation of scarce resources
a. consider alternatives and implicaitons
What step of the critical thinking process does the speech therapist use after she determines that evidence supports the fact that a problem exists in her speech therapy program? a. consider alternatives and implications b. evaluate the evidence c. gather information d. choose and implement the best alternative
B. Put the sickest candidates on the top of the list.
What was the goal of the Model for End-State Liver Disease (MELD)? A. Make more organs available for transplant. B. Put the sickest candidates on the top of the list. C. Allow physicians to determine who gets organs. D. Create a national registry of donors.
D. Converting patient records to an electronic format
What was the goal of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act signed into law in 2010? A. Ensuring patient confidentiality B. Providing protection for health care practitioners who give first aid C. Lowering the cost of liability insurance premium D. Converting patient records to an electronic format
A. To allow individuals to donate their bodies to science after death
What was the purpose of the creation of the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act? A. To allow individuals to donate their bodies to science after death B. To allow individuals to donate body parts for money C. To allow individuals to bid on donated organs D. To allow physicians to use organs as they see fit
C. Keeping the dead person's spirit within bounds
What was the significance of placing a funeral wreath on a coffin in pagan times? A. Protecting the body from demons B. Warding off spirits hovering around the body C. Keeping the dead person's spirit within bounds D. Keeping the dead person's spirit from harming the living
B. The trial date and time
When a patient medical record is subpoenaed by the court, which of the following information must be listed on the subpoena? A. The name and phone number of the judge B. The trial date and time C. The physician's license number D. The formal complaint of the patient
D. The medical office employee
When a physician is sued for malpractice, whom might the responsibility to comply with a subpoena to produce medical records fall? A. The nurse B. The physician C. The patient D. The medical office employee
B. It must be communicated.
When entering into a contract, certain conditions must pertain to the offer. Which of the following accurately describes one of these conditions? A. It can only relate to the future. B. It must be communicated. C. It must be made under duress, but not as a joke. D. It must be clearly understood by at least one of the parties.
C. The two involved parties select an arbitrator and the two arbitrators select a third
When no written contract exists, who chooses an arbitrator to resolve disputes? A. The court B. The American Arbitration Association C. The two involved parties select an arbitrator and the two arbitrators select a third D. The two involved parties agree to allow their attorneys to select an arbitrator
C. Listen carefully to the patient's complaints and remarks and see that the comments reach the treating physician.
When showing people they care, what would be the best advice for a nurse caring for patients who have complaints about dissatisfaction with their treating physicians? A. Listen to the patients and verbally agree with them if indeed the physician is incompetent. B. Ask the patients to describe the physician's behavior and tell them how patient care will be improved under the new health care team. C. Listen carefully to the patient's complaints and remarks and see that the comments reach the treating physician. D. Do not allow the patients to speak about their physicians, rather steer the conversation to the present treatment.
C. The solution that provides happiness over pain for those involved
When using the utilitarianism method of problem solving, which of the following do proponents of this method indicate should be the solution of choice? A. The option with the earliest solution to the problem B. The option that reflects the decider's highest principles C. The solution that provides happiness over pain for those involved D. The solution that has the best long-term results
B. The rising cost of medical care has made consumers unable to seek needed treatment.
Which of he following is a circumstance that led to the 1996 passage of the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act? A. Electronic medical records have made health care less complicated. B. The rising cost of medical care has made consumers unable to seek needed treatment. C. Consumer information from media has decreased the cost of malpractice insurance. D. Managed care prevents health care professionals from spending time with patients.
C. If a physician has been sued by a nonpaying patient for negligence and does not file a counterclaim for the fee during defense, the patient cannot be sued later for unpaid bills.
Which of the following accurately describes an element of the doctrine of res judicata? A. If a patient sues a physician for negligence and loses, the patient can still sue the physician for breach of contract based on trial evidence. B. If a patient refuses to pay a physician he feels was negligent and the physician sues for money owed and wins, the patient can still sue the physician for negligence. C. If a physician has been sued by a nonpaying patient for negligence and does not file a counterclaim for the fee during defense, the patient cannot be sued later for unpaid bills. D. A claim that has been legally resolved cannot be retried between the same parties unless the parties hire new lawyers.
C. If a physician has been sued by a nonpaying patient for negligence and does not file a counterclaim for the fee during defense, the patient cannot be sued later for unpaid bills.
Which of the following accurately describes an element of the doctrine of res judicata? A. If a patient sues a physician for negligence and loses, the patient can still sue the physician for breach of contract based on trial evidence. B. If a patient refuses to pay a physician he feels was negligent and the physician sues for money owed and wins, the patient can still sue the physician for negligence. C. If a physician has been sued by a nonpaying patient for negligence and does not file a counterclaim for the fee during defense, the patient cannot be sued later for unpaid bills. D. A claim that has been legally resolved cannot be retried between the same parties unless the parties hire new lawyers.
D. ARRA
Which of the following acts contained many key changes to HIPAA as part of the Title XIII? A. NET B. ECPA C. DMCA D. ARRA
B. The Older Americans Act
Which of the following acts created the Administration on Aging and outlined 10 objectives aimed at preserving the rights and dignity of older citizens? A. The Senior Citizens Act B. The Older Americans Act C. The Victims of Elder Abuse Act D. The Elder American Treatment Act
C. Privacy Act
Which of the following acts forbids federal agencies from allowing information to be released other than that for what it was collected? A. Fair Credit Reporting Act B. Electronic Communications Privacy Act C. Privacy Act D. National Information Infrastructure Protection Act
A. HIPAA
Which of the following acts guarantees that workers who change jobs can obtain health insurance and also improves the security and privacy of patient identifying information? A. HIPAA B. NET C. ECPA D. DMCA
B. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
Which of the following acts makes sexual discrimination and sexual harassment illegal? A. Equal Opportunity Act B. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act C. HIPAA D. Joint Commission
B. Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
Which of the following acts mandated that employers maintain a sharps injury log and involved nonmanagerial employees in selecting safer medical devices?" A. Chemical Hygiene Plan B. Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogen Standard C. Medical Waste Tracking Act D. CDC Isolation Precautions
A. Food and Drug Administration
Which of the following agencies tests and approves drugs before releasing them for public use? A. Food and Drug Administration B. Federal Drug Safety Administration C. Drug Enforcement Administration D. Controlled Substances Agency
A. First
Which of the following amendments guarantees that information relevant to science and medicine can freely flow throughout the international marketplace of ideas? A. First B. Third C. Fourth D. Fifth
B. Pigs
Which of the following animals are being cloned to grow a potential source of organs and tissue for transplanting into human patients? A. Cows B. Pigs C. Sheep D. Chickens
D. Answer the questions asked, no more and no less.
Which of the following are recommended guidelines for a health care practitioner who is summoned to appear in court? A. Bring required documents to court and present them before being asked for them. B. When testifying, use medical terms whenever possible. C. Use humor appropriately to defuse tension in the courtroom. D. Answer the questions asked, no more and no less.
B. Patient education
Which of the following aspects of patient care is the most vital factor to the issue of informed consent? A. Patient care B. Patient education C. Patient compliance D. Patient maturity
B. Patient education
Which of the following aspects of patient care is the most vital factor to the issue of informed consent? A. Patient care B. Patient education C. Patient compliance D. Patient maturity
B. A physician suspects spousal abuse; however, the patient does not admit it occurred.
Which of the following cases in most states is not mandated as a reportable injury? A. A physician suspects child abuse in a child with multiple fractures. B. A physician suspects spousal abuse; however, the patient does not admit it occurred. C. A physician treats a victim who states that she was raped. D. A person who was assaulted in an alley is treated in an emergency department.
B. A physician suspects spousal abuse; however, the patient does not admit it occurred.
Which of the following cases in most states is not mandated as a reportable injury? A. A physician suspects child abuse in a child with multiple fractures. B. A physician suspects spousal abuse; however, the patient does not admit it occurred. C. A physician treats a victim who states that she was raped. D. A person who was assaulted in an alley is treated in an emergency department.
C. Roe v. Wade
Which of the following cases legalized abortion at the Supreme Court level? A. Jones v. Davis B. Roe v. Davis C. Roe v. Wade D. Jones v. Wade
C. Roe v. Wade
Which of the following cases legalized abortion at the Supreme Court level? A. Jones v. Davis B. Roe v. Davis C. Roe v. Wade D. Jones v. Wade
A. A child who has asthma
Which of the following children would be most likely to receive an influenza vaccination annually? A. A child who has asthma B. A child who has Down syndrome C. A child who has muscular dystrophy D. A child who is in day care
A. Obesity
Which of the following conditions has been suggested as being related to developing diabetes? A. Obesity B. Cancer C. Digestive disorders D. Pulmonary disorders
A. Obesity
Which of the following conditions has been suggested as being related to developing diabetes? A. Obesity B. Cancer C. Digestive disorders D. Pulmonary disorders
D. Most in-home hospice programs are independently run.
Which of the following correctly describes an aspect of hospice care? A. It does not provide bereavement care; patients are referred to clergy for this care. B. Interdisciplinary care is not available to patients on hospice care. C. Hospice care is not reimbursed by Medicare or Medicaid. D. Most in-home hospice programs are independently run.
A. Griswold v. Connecticut
Which of the following court cases first declared that a constitutional right to privacy was implied? A. Griswold v. Connecticut B. Eisenstadt v. Baird C. Roe v. Wade D. Northwestern Memorial Hospital v. Ashcroft
A. Griswold v. Connecticut
Which of the following court cases first declared that a constitutional right to privacy was implied? A. Griswold v. Connecticut B. Eisenstadt v. Baird C. Roe v. Wade D. Northwestern Memorial Hospital v. Ashcroft
A. Griswold v. Connecticut
Which of the following court cases first declared that a constitutional right to privacy was implied? A. Griswold v. Connecticut B. Eisenstadt v. Baird C. Roe v. Wade D. Northwestern Memorial Hospital v. Ashcroft
D. When medical records are subpoenaed, the patient should be notified in writing.
Which of the following describes the proper protocol for the release of medical records? A. Medical records may be released to third party payers without patient consent. B. When patient information is requested the entire medical record should be released. C. Signed consent for medical records is not required for use in a lawsuit. D. When medical records are subpoenaed, the patient should be notified in writing.
A. Genes
Which of the following do chromosomes carry that are responsible for all human characteristics from eye, skin, and hair color to height, body type, and intelligence? A. Genes B. Stem cells C. Eggs D. Sperm
D. The president
Which of the following elected officials is the chief executive of the executive branch of government? A. The Senate majority leader B. The speaker of the house C. The vice president D. The president
D. A patient suffers an infection caused by the use of unsterilized instruments.
Which of the following examples of negligence would fall under the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur? A. A patient claims that a physician assaulted her during her hospital stay. B. A patient claims that an obstetrician did not do enough to save her baby. C. A patient claims that his reputation was ruined due to lack of confidentiality. D. A patient suffers an infection caused by the use of unsterilized instruments.
A. Smoking bans
Which of the following examples of public health statutes is enforced by citations for noncompliance? A. Smoking bans B. Fluoridation of public water supply C. Vaccinations to enter school D. Food supply inspections
A. Smoking bans
Which of the following examples of public health statutes is enforced by citations for noncompliance? A. Smoking bans B. Fluoridation of public water supply C. Vaccinations to enter school D. Food supply inspections
A. Wagner Act of 1935
Which of the following federal laws makes it illegal to discriminate in hiring or firing because of union membership or organizational activities? A. Wagner Act of 1935 B. Civil Rights Act of 1964 C. Civil Rights Act of 1991 D. Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
B. State Government
Which of the following health care stakeholders mandates licensing and/or certification of certain health care practitioners? A. Federal Government B. State Government C. Training institutions D. Professional associations
D. Nurse Practitioners
Which of the following health care team members is skilled in physical diagnosis, psychosocial assessment, and primary health care management? A. Occupational therapist B. Registered nurse C. Physical therapist D. Nurse Practitioners
D. Nurse Practitioners
Which of the following health care team members is skilled in physical diagnosis, psychosocial assessment, and primary health care management? A. Occupational therapist B. Registered nurse C. Physical therapist D. Nurse Practitioners
A. Brain
Which of the following in not an organ that can be transplanted? A. Brain B. Kidney C. Heart D. Stomach
D. Marital status
Which of the following information is not included in a new employee's paperwork to comply with federal and state regulations? A. Social Security number B. Number of exemptions claimed C. Gross salary D. Marital status
D. The reputation of the physician performing the procedure
Which of the following information is not usually included in the process of the doctrine of informed consent? A. Proposed modes of treatment B. Risks involved in the procedure C. Available alternative modes of treatment D. The reputation of the physician performing the procedure
D. The reputation of the physician performing the procedure
Which of the following information is not usually included in the process of the doctrine of informed consent? A. Proposed modes of treatment B. Risks involved in the procedure C. Available alternative modes of treatment D. The reputation of the physician performing the procedure
D. The reputation of the physician performing the procedure
Which of the following information is not usually included in the process of the doctrine of informed consent? A. Proposed modes of treatment B. Risks involved in the procedure C. Available alternative modes of treatment D. The reputation of the physician performing the procedure
A. Patient treatment
Which of the following information is the federal statute known as the Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Patient Records designed to protect? A. Patient treatment B. Patient convictions C. Patient behavior D. Physician liability
A. Patient treatment
Which of the following information is the federal statute known as the Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Patient Records designed to protect? A. Patient treatment B. Patient convictions C. Patient behavior D. Physician liability
A. Patient treatment
Which of the following information is the federal statute known as the Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Patient Records designed to protect? A. Patient treatment B. Patient convictions C. Patient behavior D. Physician liability
D. Amounts deducted for life insurance
Which of the following information should not be included on an employee's W-2 form? A. Employer tax ID number B. Employee's Social Security number C. Total earnings paid by the employer D. Amounts deducted for life insurance
C. Prior acts insurance coverage
Which of the following insurance policies covers incidents that occurred before the beginning of the new insurance relationship but have not yet been brought to the insured's attention as a claim? A. Occurrence insurance B. Tail coverage C. Prior acts insurance coverage D. Self-insurance coverage
C. Prior acts insurance coverage
Which of the following insurance policies covers incidents that occurred before the beginning of the new insurance relationship but have not yet been brought to the insured's attention as a claim? A. Occurrence insurance B. Tail coverage C. Prior acts insurance coverage D. Self-insurance coverage
B. Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Which of the following is a newborn genetic test for a condition that if left untreated will lead to mental retardation? A. Cystic fibrosis B. Phenylketonuria (PKU) C. Gaucher's disease D. Tay-Sachs disease
D. Do not give unsolicited advice because it stops the dialogue.
Which of the following is a recommendation for talking to a dying patient (adapted from "I Don't Know What to Say...": How to Help and Support Someone Who Is Dying (Little, Brown, 1989), by oncologist Dr. Robert Buckman)? A. Do not ask if the person wants to talk, just begin the conversation. B. Do not use silence or nonverbal communication as these may be misconstrued. C. If you are uncomfortable, admit it and change the subject. D. Do not give unsolicited advice because it stops the dialogue.
D. Do not give unsolicited advice because it stops the dialogue.
Which of the following is a recommendation for talking to a dying patient (adapted from "I Don't Know What to Say...": How to Help and Support Someone Who Is Dying (Little, Brown, 1989), by oncologist Dr. Robert Buckman)? A. Do not ask if the person wants to talk, just begin the conversation. B. Do not use silence or nonverbal communication as these may be misconstrued. C. If you are uncomfortable, admit it and change the subject. D. Do not give unsolicited advice because it stops the dialogue.
D. Do not place patient charts outside exam rooms unless the file is reasonably protected.
Which of the following is a recommended guideline for preventing incidental disclosures of PHI without authorization from the patient? A. Do not discuss patient information on the phone. B. Do not speak about patient care in a nursing care center with other staff members. C. Do not leave messages on patient answering machines. D. Do not place patient charts outside exam rooms unless the file is reasonably protected.
D. Do not place patient charts outside exam rooms unless the file is reasonably protected.
Which of the following is a recommended guideline for preventing incidental disclosures of PHI without authorization from the patient? A. Do not discuss patient information on the phone. B. Do not speak about patient care in a nursing care center with other staff members. C. Do not leave messages on patient answering machines. D. Do not place patient charts outside exam rooms unless the file is reasonably protected.
C. It must be apparent there would be no injury had reasonable care been used
Which of the following is a stated condition for res ipsa loquitur to apply to a lawsuit? A. The act of negligence must obviously be out of the defendant's control B. The patient must have contributed to the act C. It must be apparent there would be no injury had reasonable care been used D. The act of negligence must have occurred in an accredited health care facility
C. It must be apparent there would be no injury had reasonable care been used
Which of the following is a stated condition for res ipsa loquitur to apply to a lawsuit? A. The act of negligence must obviously be out of the defendant's control B. The patient must have contributed to the act C. It must be apparent there would be no injury had reasonable care been used D. The act of negligence must have occurred in an accredited health care facility
C. It must be apparent there would be no injury had reasonable care been used
Which of the following is a stated condition for res ipsa loquitur to apply to a lawsuit? A. The act of negligence must obviously be out of the defendant's control B. The patient must have contributed to the act C. It must be apparent there would be no injury had reasonable care been used D. The act of negligence must have occurred in an accredited health care facility
B. Etiquette
Which of the following is a synonym for "good manners?" A. Protocol B. Etiquette C. Morals D. Laws
C. The act serves the interest of the employer.
Which of the following is a test to determine whether an employee was acting with the scope of employment when a negligent act is committed? A. The act does not affect the employer's business. B. The act does not harm the patient. C. The act serves the interest of the employer. D. The act is not considered fraud.
C. the act serves the interest of the employer.
Which of the following is a test to determine whether an employee was acting with the scope of employment when a negligent act is committed? A. the act does not affect the employer's business. B. the act does not harm the patient. C. the act serves the interest of the employer. D. the act is not considered fraud.
C. The act serves the interest of the employer.
Which of the following is a test to determine whether an employee was acting with the scope of employment when a negligent act is committed? A. The act does not affect the employer's business. B. The act does not harm the patient. C. The act serves the interest of the employer. D. The act is not considered fraud.
C. Dispose of chemicals in a glass or metal container.
Which of the following is an OSHA guideline for disposal of medical wastes? A. Dispose of sharp objects in a glass container. B. Do not flush any chemicals down the drain. C. Dispose of chemicals in a glass or metal container. D. Do not incinerate medical wastes.
C. Dispose of chemicals in a glass or metal container.
Which of the following is an OSHA guideline for disposal of medical wastes? A. Dispose of sharp objects in a glass container. B. Do not flush any chemicals down the drain. C. Dispose of chemicals in a glass or metal container. D. Do not incinerate medical wastes.
D. Cough medicine with codeine
Which of the following is an example of a Schedule V drug? A. Darvon B. Ritalin® C. Barbiturates D. Cough medicine with codeine
D. Cough medicine with codeine
Which of the following is an example of a Schedule V drug? A. Darvon B. Ritalin® C. Barbiturates D. Cough medicine with codeine
D. Cough medicine with codeine
Which of the following is an example of a Schedule V drug? A. Darvon B. Ritalin® C. Barbiturates D. Cough medicine with codeine
D. Illogical explanation for injuries
Which of the following is an example of a behavioral sign of abuse? A. Unexplained fractures B. Torn or bloody underwear C. Pain or bruising in the genital area D. Illogical explanation for injuries
A. A physician promises a cancer patient a miracle cure for a substantial sum of money
Which of the following is an example of a health care practitioner committing fraud? A. A physician promises a cancer patient a miracle cure for a substantial sum of money. B. A nurse gives information on a celebrity's condition to the media. C. A physician orders restraints for an elderly person who attempts to leave a facility. D. A nurse threatens to strike a patient who is not cooperating with the staff treating him.
A. A physician promises a cancer patient a miracle cure for a substantial sum of money.
Which of the following is an example of a health care practitioner committing fraud? A. A physician promises a cancer patient a miracle cure for a substantial sum of money. B. A nurse gives information on a celebrity's condition to the media. C. A physician orders restraints for an elderly person who attempts to leave a facility. D. A nurse threatens to strike a patient who is not cooperating with the staff treating him.
A. A person who is dying asks God to keep her alive to see the birth of her grandchild.
Which of the following is an example of a person who is experiencing the third stage of grief according to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, MD? A. A person who is dying asks God to keep her alive to see the birth of her grandchild. B. A terminally ill person seeks another doctor because she doesn't believe her diagnosis. C. A person who is dying is angry at God for the loss of control over her life. D. A person who is dying feels hopeless and cries frequently.
C. Providing written job descriptions for employees
Which of the following is an example of a physician using risk management to reduce the likelihood of a malpractice lawsuit against his office? A. Reducing the incidence of telephone conversations with patients B. Discouraging employees from providing graphic detail in reports C. Providing written job descriptions for employees D. Removing standard office procedure manuals from medical offices
C. Providing written job descriptions for employees
Which of the following is an example of a physician using risk management to reduce the likelihood of a malpractice lawsuit against his office? A. Reducing the incidence of telephone conversations with patients B. Discouraging employees from providing graphic detail in reports C. Providing written job descriptions for employees D. Removing standard office procedure manuals from medical offices
A. A couple has a baby that has facial features similar to them.
Which of the following is an example of heredity? A. A couple has a baby that has facial features similar to them. B. A researcher studies natural resemblances in twins. C. All the genetic material necessary to make a human is in a fetus. D. Blastocysts are composed of cells that can become any type of body cell.
A. A patient makes an appointment for an examination.
Which of the following is an example of implied consent? A. A patient makes an appointment for an examination. B. A patient signs an informed consent for surgery. C. A patient states that he or she will cooperate with diagnostic testing. D. A patient states that he or she will take medications prescribed.
A. A patient makes an appointment for an examination.
Which of the following is an example of implied consent? A. A patient makes an appointment for an examination. B. A patient signs an informed consent for surgery. C. A patient states that he or she will cooperate with diagnostic testing. D. A patient states that he or she will take medications prescribed.
C. A nurse is changing a patient's IV line, but does not wash her hands prior to procedure.
Which of the following is an example of misfeasance? A. A pharmacist steals two of the narcotic pain pills ordered for a patient. B. A physician fails to help an injured person at the scene of an accident. C. A nurse is changing a patient's IV line, but does not wash her hands prior to procedure. D. A medical assistant dispenses medications to patients, which is beyond her scope of practice.
A. A patient tells his physician that he is addicted to pain killers.
Which of the following is an example of privileged communication? A. A patient tells his physician that he is addicted to pain killers. B. A custodian speaks with an administrator about a problem with a disinfectant. C. Parents discuss treatment options for their son who has autism. D. A physician explains a procedure to a patient.
D. Down syndrome
Which of the following is an inherited condition that is often detected through amniocentesis? A. Cerebral palsy B. Multiple sclerosis C. Diabetes D. Down syndrome
D. Down syndrome
Which of the following is an inherited condition that is often detected through amniocentesis? A. Cerebral palsy B. Multiple sclerosis C. Diabetes D. Down syndrome
d. rules of etiquette
Which of the following is enacted by government? a. laws b. statutes c. medical practice acts d. rules of etiquette
B. Wage records for the past 18 months
Which of the following is needed for a claimant to file for unemployment benefits? A. W-2 statements for the past five years B. Wage records for the past 18 months C. Birth certificate D. Employer statement for the reason employee left the job
A. Follow maximum quality standards for lab testing.
Which of the following is not a requirement of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA)? A. Follow maximum quality standards for lab testing. B. Obtain certification. C. Pay applicable fees. D. Follow regulations regarding quality control.
B. Birth date
Which of the following is not an area of questioning appropriate for the employer to ask a job applicant? A. Work experience B. Birth date C. Social Security number D. Licenses/certificates
B. Birth date
Which of the following is not an area of questioning appropriate for the employer to ask a job applicant? A. Work experience B. Birth date C. Social Security number D. Licenses/certificates
D. Rules of etiquette
Which of the following is not enacted by government? A. Laws B. Statutes C. Medical practice acts D. Rules of etiquette
A. Negligence
Which of the following is the basis for professional malpractice claims and the most common liability in medicine? A. Negligence B. Breach of confidentiality C. Unsafe workplace conditions D. Spread of communicable diseases
A. Negligence
Which of the following is the basis for professional malpractice claims and the most common liability in medicine? A. Negligence B. Breach of confidentiality C. Unsafe workplace conditions D. Spread of communicable diseases
A. Living will
Which of the following is the legal term for an advance directive that specifies an individual's end-of-life wishes for medical treatment without necessarily appointing a designee to make legal decisions for him or her? A. Living will B. Durable power of attorney C. Patient self-determination D. Health care proxy
A. A normal gene is inserted into a nonspecific location within the genome to replace a nonfunctional gene.
Which of the following is the most common type of gene therapy currently being used? A. A normal gene is inserted into a nonspecific location within the genome to replace a nonfunctional gene. B. A normal gene is substituted for an abnormal gene through an exchange of sections of chromosomes during meiosis. C. The abnormal gene is repaired through selective reverse mutation, which returns the gene to its normal function. D. The regulation (the degree to which a gene is turned on or off) of a particular gene is altered.
D. Investigation of fatalities or accidents
Which of the following is the second highest priority of workplace inspections? A. Imminent danger situation B. Formal employee complaints of unsafe conditions C. Programmed inspections D. Investigation of fatalities or accidents
D. Investigation of fatalities or accidents
Which of the following is the second highest priority of workplace inspections? A. Imminent danger situation B. Formal employee complaints of unsafe conditions C. Programmed inspections D. Investigation of fatalities or accidents
C. Gathering information
Which of the following is the second step of the critical thinking process? A. Evaluating the evidence B. Considering alternatives and implications C. Gathering information D. Identifying and clarifying the problem
B. Epigenetics
Which of the following is the term for the study of changes in gene activity that do not involve alterations to the genetic code, but are still passed down to at least one successive generation? A. Pharmacogenomics B. Epigenetics C. Genometrics D. Gene therapy
D. Cervical cancer
Which of the following is the vaccination for human papillomavirus (HPV) designed to prevent? A. Smallpox B. Diphtheria C. Influenza D. Cervical cancer
D. Cervical cancer
Which of the following is the vaccination for human papillomavirus (HPV) designed to prevent? A. Smallpox B. Diphtheria C. Influenza D. Cervical cancer
C. They are the same as for any other American citizen of any age.
Which of the following is true regarding the legal rights of newborns in the United States? A. They are not protected under the Constitution. B. They are determined by the parents in charge. C. They are the same as for any other American citizen of any age. D. They do not have any legal rights until they reach age 21.
B. Regulation Z
Which of the following legislation governs the extension of consumer credit if the credit is offered to consumers on a regular basis, is subject to a finance charge and is for personal, family, or household purposes? A. Statutes of Frauds B. Regulation Z C. Regulation M D. Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
C. HIPAA
Which of the following legislation states that patients that ask to see and/or copy their medical records must be accommodated with a few exceptions? A. FDA B. JACHO C. HIPAA D. OSHA
C. HIPAA
Which of the following legislation states that patients that ask to see and/or copy their medical records must be accommodated with a few exceptions? A. FDA B. JACHO C. HIPAA D. OSHA
D. Federal Child Abuse Amendment
Which of the following legislations allows physicians to legally withhold treatment, including food and water, from infants who are chronically and irreversibly comatose? A. Parens Patriae B. Best Interest of the Child Act C. Abandoned Infant Act D. Federal Child Abuse Amendment
D. Federal Child Abuse Amendment
Which of the following legislations allows physicians to legally withhold treatment, including food and water, from infants who are chronically and irreversibly comatose? A. Parens Patriae B. Best Interest of the Child Act C. Abandoned Infant Act D. Federal Child Abuse Amendment
B. The business is subject to daily fines.
Which of the following occurs when an OSHA compliance officer informs an employer that he is subject to "Failure to Abate" alleged violations? A. The business is closed down. B. The business is subject to daily fines. C. The employer is subject to imprisonment. D. The employer is asked to voluntarily correct violations.
B. The patient signs an authorization to release his or her records to the new physician.
Which of the following occurs with the medical record when a patient transfers to another physician? A. The original medical record is sent to the new physician. B. The patient signs an authorization to release his or her records to the new physician. C. A new medical record is started that does not contain the old record information. D. The old medical record is destroyed.
C. Managed Care organizations
Which of the following organizations reimburse health care providers with a focus on the bottom line " making a profit? A. Medicare B. Medicaid C. Managed Care organizations D. State Children's Health Insurance Program
A. A person with HIV
Which of the following persons with a sexually transmitted disease would be required by most states to tell a sexual partner of this disease? A. A person with HIV B. A person with syphilis C. A person with gonorrhea D. A person with genital warts
A. A person with HIV
Which of the following persons with a sexually transmitted disease would be required by most states to tell a sexual partner of this disease? A. A person with HIV B. A person with syphilis C. A person with gonorrhea D. A person with genital warts
A. Plaintiff
Which of the following players in the court scene must show that he or she was wronged or injured? A. Plaintiff B. Defendant C. Prosecutor D. Judge
C. A pharmaceutical company requests patient information to target audiences.
Which of the following requests for patient information should not be given without patient authorization? A. A physician's office sends mammogram reminders to patients. B. An insurance clerk needs to know the patient's co-pay. C. A pharmaceutical company requests patient information to target audiences. D. A state law requires patient information to track communicable diseases.
A. Schedule I
Which of the following schedules of drugs are used strictly for research? A. Schedule I B. Schedule II C. Schedule III D. Schedule IV
A. Personal judgments
Which of the following should not be included in a patient's medical record? A. Personal judgments B. Times of arrival for appointments C. Social security number D. Driver's license information
A. Personal judgments
Which of the following should not be included in a patient's medical record? A. Personal judgments B. Times of arrival for appointments C. Social security number D. Driver's license information
C. Oregon's Death with Dignity Act
Which of the following state legislations was the first to permit physician-assisted suicide in certain circumstances? A. California's Natural Death Act B. Patient Self-Determination Act C. Oregon's Death with Dignity Act D. Uniform Rights of the Terminally Ill Act
C. Oregon's Death with Dignity Act
Which of the following state legislations was the first to permit physician-assisted suicide in certain circumstances? A. California's Natural Death Act B. Patient Self-Determination Act C. Oregon's Death with Dignity Act D. Uniform Rights of the Terminally Ill Act
B. The person giving aid owes the stranger a duty of being reasonably careful.
Which of the following statements is true regarding the provisions of the Good Samaritan Acts? A. They protect physicians who are employed to work in an emergency department. B. The person giving aid owes the stranger a duty of being reasonably careful. C. A person who is qualified to do first aid is obligated to do so in most states. D. The person's consent is not required in emergency situations.
B. The person giving aid owes the stranger a duty of being reasonably careful.
Which of the following statements is true regarding the provisions of the Good Samaritan Acts? A. They protect physicians who are employed to work in an emergency department. B. The person giving aid owes the stranger a duty of being reasonably careful. C. A person who is qualified to do first aid is obligated to do so in most states. D. The person's consent is not required in emergency situations.
D. An employer cannot access an employee's health record without patient permission.
Which of the following statements regarding HIPAA policy is true? A. Health care providers cannot give patient condition updates to family members. B. Health care providers cannot correspond about a patient's care. C. Police 911 dispatchers cannot give EMTs a patient's name. D. An employer cannot access an employee's health record without patient permission.
C. Embryonic stem cells have greater potential to treat a wider variety of diseases.
Which of the following statements regarding stem cell use is true? A. Adult human body tissues do not produce stem cells. B. Adult stem cells are pluripotent. C. Embryonic stem cells have greater potential to treat a wider variety of diseases. D. Embryonic stem cells are multipotent.
C. Embryonic stem cells have greater potential to treat a wider variety of diseases.
Which of the following statements regarding stem cell use is true? A. Adult human body tissues do not produce stem cells. B. Adult stem cells are pluripotent. C. Embryonic stem cells have greater potential to treat a wider variety of diseases. D. Embryonic stem cells are multipotent.
A. Health care spending in Germany, France, Austria, and Switzerland accounts for between 10.1 and 13.0 percent of GDP.
Which of the following statements regarding the share of the GDP that health care expenditures consume worldwide is accurate? A. Health care spending in Germany, France, Austria, and Switzerland accounts for between 10.1 and 13.0 percent of GDP. B. In Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Norway, and Sweden, health spending accounts for between 11.1 and 12.2 percent of GDP. C. Japan and Finland spend between 6.7 and 9.0 percent of GDP on health care. D. In China, health spending accounts for 14.2 percent of GDP.
A. Abraham Maslow
Which of the following theorists believed that human behavior is based on specific human needs that must often be met in a specific order? A. Abraham Maslow B. Jean Piaget C. Lawrence Kohlberg D. Immanuel Kant
A. Abraham Maslow
Which of the following theorists believed that human behavior is based on specific human needs that must often be met in a specific order? A. Abraham Maslow B. Jean Piaget C. Lawrence Kohlberg D. Immanuel Kant
A. Agency adoption
Which of the following types of adoption generally involves placing children who have been orphaned or whose parents have lost or relinquished parental rights through abuse, abandonment, or inability to support? A. Agency adoption B. Independent adoption C. Identified adoption D. Relative adoption
A. Agency adoption
Which of the following types of adoption generally involves placing children who have been orphaned or whose parents have lost or relinquished parental rights through abuse, abandonment, or inability to support? A. Agency adoption B. Independent adoption C. Identified adoption D. Relative adoption
D. Common law
Which of the following types of law is based on the customs and traditions of the people? A. Constitutional law B. Administrative law C. Statutory law D. Common law
D. Common law
Which of the following types of law is based on the customs and traditions of the people? A. Constitutional law B. Administrative law C. Statutory law D. Common law
D. Common law
Which of the following types of law is based on the customs and traditions of the people? A. Constitutional law B. Administrative law C. Statutory law D. Common law
D. Common law
Which of the following types of law is based on the customs and traditions of the people? A. Constitutional law B. Administrative law C. Statutory law D. Common law
C. Ambulatory surgery centers
Which of the following types of medical facilities will continue to increase in number as a result of minimally invasive surgery? A. Physician's offices B. Hospitals C. Ambulatory surgery centers D. Rehabilitation centers
D. Fetuses
Which of the following victims was the Laci and Conner's Law passed to protect? A. Vulnerable adults B. Older adults C. Children D. Fetuses
D. Fetuses
Which of the following victims was the Laci and Conner's Law passed to protect? A. Vulnerable adults B. Older adults C. Children D. Fetuses
C. Provide public financing for health care for Americans at or below poverty level.
Which of the following was a provision of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010? A. Charge Medicare beneficiaries less. B. Create an income tax exclusion for employer-paid insurance. C. Provide public financing for health care for Americans at or below poverty level. D. Eliminate the dedicated federal health tax covering all government health spending.
D. HIPAA
Which of the following was the first federal legislation to deal thoroughly and explicitly with the privacy of medical records? A. NET B. ECPA C. DMCA D. HIPAA
D. HIPAA
Which of the following was the first federal legislation to deal thoroughly and explicitly with the privacy of medical records? A. NET B. ECPA C. DMCA D. HIPAA
C. Increase organ donations.
Which of the following was the goal of the Organ Donation and Recovery Improvement Act, passed in 2004? A. Prioritize a list of recipients. B. Organize a list of donors. C. Increase organ donations. D. Improve transplantation success rates.
C. To receive an explanation
Which of the following was the most highly agreed upon statement of why injured patients sued in the Charles Vincent et al study? A. To make the doctor realize how I felt B. Because my feelings were ignored C. To receive an explanation D. To get back at the doctor
C. To receive an explanation
Which of the following was the most highly agreed upon statement of why injured patients sued in the Charles Vincent et al study? A. To make the doctor realize how I felt B. Because my feelings were ignored C. To receive an explanation D. To get back at the doctor
C. An Internet company storing personal health records
Which of the following would be most likely not to be regulated by HIPAA? A. A physician who works in a hospital B. A health care provider who practices in a free clinic C. An Internet company storing personal health records D. A managed care insurance company
C. An Internet company storing personal health records
Which of the following would be most likely not to be regulated by HIPAA? A. A physician who works in a hospital B. A health care provider who practices in a free clinic C. An Internet company storing personal health records D. A managed care insurance company
C. An Internet company storing personal health records
Which of the following would be most likely not to be regulated by HIPAA? A. A physician who works in a hospital B. A health care provider who practices in a free clinic C. An Internet company storing personal health records D. A managed care insurance company
C. An insurance company
Which of the following would most likely be involved in completing the process of credentialing for health care institutions and organizations? A. Similar health care organizations B. The employees of a health care organization C. An insurance company D. An attorney
D. An insurance company
Which of the following would most likely be involved in completing the process of credentialing for health care institutions and organizations? A. Similar health care organizations B. The employees of a health care organization C. An insurance company D. An attorney
A. HIPAA requires that healthcare practitioners must change a medical record if a patient complains.
Which statement is not true of HIPAA? A. HIPAA requires that healthcare practitioners must change a medical record if a patient complains. B. If a patient asks to see his or her medical record, the request must be honored. C. Health care practitioners must supply patients who ask with a list of those who have received copies of the medical record. D. HIPAA requires a privacy officer in every facility.
A. Attending physician
Who completes the medical portion of a death certificate after a person is pronounced dead? A. Attending physician B. Coroner C. Funeral director D. Next of kin
A. Attending physician
Who completes the medical portion of a death certificate after a person is pronounced dead? A. Attending physician B. Coroner C. Funeral director D. Next of kin
C. Health care practitioners
Who is responsible for gathering and filing many of the vital statistics collected by the state and federal government? A. School administrators B. Financial executives C. Health care practitioners D. Religious leaders
C. Health care practitioners
Who is responsible for gathering and filing many of the vital statistics collected by the state and federal government? A. School administrators B. Financial executives C. Health care practitioners D. Religious leaders
C. Health care practitioners
Who is responsible for gathering and filing many of the vital statistics collected by the state and federal government? A. School administrators B. Financial executives C. Health care practitioners D. Religious leaders
