Medical law and medical ethics are not interrelated and have nothing in common: T or F
False
A PTA received a request for records from the attorney of one his patients. Before sending the copies, the PTA needs:
written authorization from the patient to release the information
A PTA who presents himself/herself as a PT may lose his/her license: T or F
True
A patient has the right to examine his/her chart and other records: T or F
True
A PTA student in clinical rotation is talking loudly about a patient while having lunch in the hospital cafeteria. Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding this scenario:
- the student is disclosing PHI
- the student is breaking the Privacy Rule
- the student is not applying reasonable safeguards
- the student is divulging confidential information
When describing the treatment to a patient, the PT or PTA must:
- describe the treatment clearly
- ask the patient for verbal consent before performing the treatment
- confirm that the patient understands the treatment description
Which of the following needs to provide consent for treatment for a minor child:
- the parents of the child
2. someone designated as the legal guardian
Awareness and acceptance of a patient’s racial characteristics, religious affiliations, and socioeconomic status are all a part of which of the following:
cultural diversity
When a patient believes in natural healing, the PT or PTA must:
work with the patient’s beliefs
Which of the following would help to increase cultural competence in PTA’s:
- identify personal cultural biases
- accept and respect cultural differences
- understand general cultural differences
beneficence
doing what is best for the patient above other considerations
nonmaleficence
doing no harm to a patient
justice
fair and equal treatment to all patients
veracity
to tell the truth
confidentiality
maintaining privacy
Which of the following is the act that was created to protect patient confidentiality with regard to health information:
HIPAA
A patient’s written authorization for release of information is required in which of the following cases:
- when the insurance company requests records
- when the employer requests records
- when a family member requests information
Which of the following documents provides a clear description of the behaviors that are expected of physical therapist assistants:
The Guide for Conduct of the PTA
Accountability, altruism, compassion, and integrity are all aspects of what APTA document:
Professionalism: Core Values
According to the Guide for Conduct, a physical therapist assistant shall provide selected physical therapy interventions only under the supervision and direction of a physician: T or F
False
A physical therapist assistant shall report any conduct that appears to be unethical or illegal: T or F
False
Which of the following do not require patient authorization for release:
- Department of Health and Human Services
- Law enforcement activities
- Judicial proceedings
integrity
Abiding by the rules and regulations associated with the profession; being trustworthy
altruism
Placing the needs of patients above those of yourself
