Ethical Principles for Respiratory Therapists

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What is one of the ethical principles that respiratory therapists should follow according to the text?

Engage in illegal activities if necessary
Discriminate against patients based on personal beliefs
Disclose confidential information without consent
Maintain professional competence and accuracy in representation (correct)

What should respiratory therapists do regarding procedures or functions?

Perform procedures beyond their competence level
Perform only procedures they are competent in and within responsible practice (correct)
Delegate all procedures to other healthcare professionals
Avoid performing any procedures to stay safe

How should respiratory therapists treat patients according to the text?

Promote disease progression instead of prevention
Violate patients' rights and dignity
Discriminate based on any basis
Provide care without discrimination and respect the rights and dignity of all individuals (correct)

What is required for respiratory therapists in regards to confidential patient information?

Divulge no confidential information unless required by law or responsible duty (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should respiratory therapists refuse to participate in according to the text?

Conceal illegal, unethical, or incompetent acts of others (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what should respiratory therapists maintain trust according to the text?

'Supports objectivity' and 'fosters trust' in the profession and its professionals. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the cost of health care is related to medical malpractice?

Less than 2% (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the Harvard study show regarding malpractice compensation?

Physicians were often held accountable in the absence of actual malpractice (C) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of medical negligence cases that go to trial are won by the medical provider, according to the text?

75% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of patient care is provided by allied health workers, excluding nursing and physicians?

60% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason modern health care is a team effort, according to the text?

Because no single individual can be solely responsible for all of a patient's health care needs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key responsibility of practitioners, according to the text?

To understand the limits of their role and practice with fidelity (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key to resolving dilemmas involving the principle of double effect?

Considering the intent behind the action (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge in upholding the principle of nonmaleficence in modern medicine?

Balancing the benefits and risks of treatments (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the definition of the word 'dilemma'?

A situation with two conflicting ethical principles (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the principles of nonmaleficence and veracity according to the passage?

They cannot always be separated, as effects must be explained (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle of beneficence described in the passage?

Elevating the 'do no harm' requirement to an even higher level (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should occur after appropriate documentation in the medical record, according to the passage?

The physician should be notified (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary issue or dilemma presented in this scenario?

Both an ethical and legal dilemma (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should the RT do at this point?

Both b and c (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason the RT should not obtain a second blood gas as requested by the nurse?

The oximeter reading already provides the necessary information (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who should write the incident report in this scenario?

The RT, since they are the one who identified the issue (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary ethical obligation of the RT in this scenario?

To protect the patient's safety and well-being (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important factor in determining the RT's course of action in this scenario?

Prioritizing the patient's health and safety above all else (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main ethical principle discussed in the text?

Veracity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text say about the nature of the healthcare delivery process?

It is best conducted in an environment of trust and mutual sharing of information. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the issue mentioned regarding the veracity principle?

Problems with the veracity principle revolve around issues of benevolent deception. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the scenario, what did the patient refuse?

To receive an aerosolized bronchodilator treatment (B) Signup and view all the answers

How should the respiratory therapist (RT) handle the situation?

The RT should acknowledge and respect the patient's right to decide. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned about the patient in the scenario?

The patient is regarded as being competent and fully capable of making healthcare decisions. (A) Signup and view all the answers