Ethics in Optometry

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What is the primary concern of a healthcare professional when a patient with open angle glaucoma refuses treatment with drops?

Respecting patient autonomy (correct)
Complying with medical regulations
Upholding professional reputation
Minimizing financial losses

Which bioethical principle is most relevant in the scenario where a patient refuses treatment for open angle glaucoma?

Non-maleficence
Beneficence
Justice
Autonomy (correct)

What should a healthcare professional do when a patient refuses treatment for open angle glaucoma?

Report the patient to a medical authority
Persuade the patient to change their mind
Force the patient to receive treatment
Respect the patient's decision and abide by it (correct)

What is the primary reason for a healthcare professional to refer a patient with convergence insufficiency to a vision therapist?

To ensure the patient receives comprehensive care (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the guiding principle for a healthcare professional when dealing with a patient who has convergence insufficiency and mild myopia?

Compassion and beneficence (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best course of action when a patient presents with convergence insufficiency?

Prescribe eyeglasses and refer her to a colleague that has expertise in vision therapy for treatment. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should you deliver bad news to a patient about their visual loss?

Indicate that you believe the patient's vision in the affected eye has been decreasing. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about optometrists and professional ethical dilemmas?

Optometrists rarely have to resolve professional ethical dilemmas. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely cause of a patient's visual loss in one eye over several months?

Age-related macular degeneration. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration when referring a patient to a colleague with expertise in vision therapy?

The colleague's expertise in vision therapy. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal when delivering bad news to a patient?

To acknowledge the patient's experience and show empathy. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best approach to resolving ethical dilemmas?

Selecting the option that fulfills most or all of the values involved (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the American Optometric Association Code of Ethics?

To promote and maintain cordial relationships with other professionals for the benefit of humanity (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to ethologist Frans de Waal, where is the origin of fairness and compassion found?

In the behavior of monkeys (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of John lending his essay to Alice?

The professor accuses both John and Alice of plagiarism (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why does Alice ask John to lend her his essay?

She has been busy taking care of her sick mother and working part-time (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the professor's concern regarding John and Alice's essays?

The essays contain similar content, suggesting plagiarism (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way to help a patient cope with visual loss?

Staying with them and helping them adapt to their condition (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a narrative and a story?

A narrative presents emotions, conflicts, and values, while a story presents information and facts (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why do people associate Steve Jobs with the iPhone?

Because the story behind the brand is more important than the brand itself (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a 'story'?

A personal anecdote about a life experience (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to make a message stick and be memorable?

Presenting emotions and conflicts (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can you make a message about the prevalence of diabetes in the United States more memorable?

By comparing the number of diabetics to the population of a state (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate birth year range of the Baby Boomer demographic group?

1946-1964 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which demographic group has the lowest median age in the United States?

Hispanics (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of millennials compared to baby boomers?

More comfortable with people of other nationalities or cultures (C) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the United States population is 65 years or older?

15% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a physiological change that occurs as patients age?

Reduced contrast sensitivity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for patients who complain about glare when driving at night?

Anti-reflection coatings (A) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Baby boomers are born between 1946 and 1964.
Millennials are generally more comfortable with people of other nationalities or cultures than baby boomers.
Millennials and Generation Xers are now the majority of eligible voters, but their participation rate is generally less than 50%.
Approximately 15% of the US population is 65 years or older.
Physiological changes that occur with aging include reduced retinal illumination, reduced contrast sensitivity, and reduced color discrimination.
Seniors often experience decreased contrast sensitivity.

Ethics and Communication

When resolving ethical dilemmas, the best option usually fulfills most or all of the values involved.
The American Optometric Association Code of Ethics promotes cordial relationships with other professionals for the exchange of information to benefit humankind.
The origin of fairness and compassion is found in monkey behavior, according to ethologist Fans de Waal.
It's essential to promote honesty, loyalty, compassion, and self-preservation in service clubs like VOSH, Lions Clubs, and NOSA.

Patient Communication and Care

When delivering bad news to patients, it's essential to acknowledge their concerns and be empathetic.
When dealing with patients who experience visual loss, it's crucial to stay with them, acknowledge their feelings, and help them learn to adapt to their condition.
Patient-centered care involves actively listening to their concerns and being honest with them.

Storytelling and Communication

A story presents emotions, conflicts, and values, making it more memorable than a narrative.
The story behind a brand is more important than the brand itself.
Messages stick when they are presented as relatable, personal experiences rather than abstract ideas.

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Test your knowledge on ethics in optometry, including resolving dilemmas and understanding the American Optometric Association Code of Ethics.