PT Care

Question 1

There are seven ethical principles that shape how we behave an d problem solve in the medical community
The Principles are?

“Supported by the Patient Bill of Rights Act of 1998

Answer 1

1. Beneficence an act of charity, mercy, and kindness with a strong connotation of doing good to others including moral obligation
2. Nonmaleficence there is an obligation not to inflict harm on others.
3. Autonomy the right of competent adults to make informed decisions about their own medical care
4. Justice fair and equitable distribution of health resources
5. Veracity requires that healthcare providers be honest in their interactions with patients
6. Role fidelity faithful practice of the duties contained in a particular practice
7. Confidentiality

Question 2

Beneficence

Answer 2

always act for the good of another/patience

Question 3

Nonmaleficence

Answer 3

avoid harm to another

Question 4

Autonomy

Answer 4

ability to make independent decisions

Question 5

Justice

Answer 5

what’s considered fair and equal treatment for all

Question 6

Veracity

Answer 6

tell the truth

Question 7

Role fidelity

Answer 7

operate in your scope, be true to your role

Question 8

Confidentuality

Answer 8

protection of privacy

Question 9

The Patient Care Partnership

Answer 9

The document, a patient brochure, is intended to provide patients with an explanation of what to expect during their stay in the hospital, and to explain their rights and responsibilities. The brochure is currently available in eight languages.

“A Patient’s Bill of Rights,” with information included on the following patient rights and responsibilities:
• High-quality patient care
• A clean and safe environment
• Patient’s involvement in his or her care
• Protection of the patient’s privacy
• Help when the patient leaves the hospital • Help with the patient’s billing claim

Question 10

Laws supporting beneficence may be found under?

Answer 10

Tort Law

Question 11

A tort law is any wrongful act against another: wrong can be

Answer 11

Intentional or unintentional

Question 12

unintentional torts

Answer 12

negligence and malpractice

Question 13

intentional torts

Answer 13

battery, assault, false imprisonment, infliction of emotional distress.

Question 14

Quasi - international torts

Answer 14

defamation of character invasion of privacy in some cases

Question 15

Credentialing includes

Answer 15

competence as shown through certification, registration, licensure, and continuing education are included

Question 16

Autonomy Documentation

Answer 16

DNR
Living Wills
Durable power of attorney
Advance directives 
Informed Consent

Question 17

Informed Consent

Answer 17

Physician provides the pt w/ information so that the pt can make an informed decision regarding whether to consent to treatment/procedure

Question 18

Informed consent incl

Answer 18

1. Nature of procedure, treatment or disease
2. Expected Outcomes and likelihood of success
3. Reasonable alternatives
4. Known risks