Healthcare for Individuals with Disabilities
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What should health professionals do to improve care for individuals with disabilities?

  • Avoid interacting with disabled individuals
  • Focus solely on physical disabilities
  • Be made aware of individuals with disabilities and participate in continuing education (correct)
  • Limit communication to only written forms

    • It is acceptable to use pitying expressions when talking about people with disabilities.

    False

    What is one important consideration when communicating with a disabled person?

    See the person themselves, not their disability.

    Individuals with disabilities should have access to the highest standard of health care without any __________.

    <p>discrimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the communication tips with their descriptions:

    <p>Focus on the individual = Recognize the person beyond their disability Use positive language = Empower the person through uplifting words Avoid false expressions = Prevent miscommunication and misunderstanding Assume highest ability = Treat the disabled individual as capable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following should be avoided while communicating with disabled individuals?

    <p>Using accusatory language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All individuals with disabilities should be treated the same way regardless of age.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should health professionals identify physical and psychosocial factors affecting disabled individuals?

    <p>To improve access to health care services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When you first meet a person with a disability, behave with the assumption of the highest possible physical and __________ ability.

    <p>mental</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to the discrimination and abuse faced by older individuals in society?

    <p>Ageism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is considered unethical to underestimate the thoughts of an elderly person who is mentally healthy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one characteristic of unethical behavior towards the elderly.

    <p>Age discrimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Elderly individuals may experience _____ when they are forcefully made to share their inheritance.

    <p>financial abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following descriptions with their corresponding unethical behaviors towards the elderly:

    <p>Underestimation of abilities = Believing an elderly person is senile due to age Overprotectiveness = Restricting an elderly person's independence Financial exploitation = Manipulating inheritance decisions Harassment = Physical or verbal abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the World Health Organization, what does disability encompass?

    <p>A variety of problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Disabled individuals have equal access to health care services as those without disabilities.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organization emphasizes the rights of persons with disabilities to health care without discrimination?

    <p>United Nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The study in the USA found that only half of disabled individuals diagnosed with ______ were able to access needed rehabilitation services.

    <p>cerebral palsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the term with its description:

    <p>World Health Organization = Defines disability and health needs United Nations = Protects rights of disabled individuals Cerebral Palsy = Condition affected in rehabilitation services Ministry of Family, Labor and Social Services = Oversees care for disabled individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant issue faced by disabled individuals with low health status and income levels?

    <p>They suffer the most from inadequate health care access</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Health promotion efforts adequately address disabled individuals as a target audience.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most crucial ethical element regarding informed consent in pediatric patients?

    <p>Adequacy of consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Doctors are legally required to get parental consent before treating pediatric patients.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is often questioned regarding children when it comes to decision-making?

    <p>Their competence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the USA, no court has held doctors responsible for not obtaining consent from families regarding children aged ___ and over who gave consent.

    <p>15</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Tyrell Dueck diagnosed with?

    <p>Osteosarcoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Parents can always make the most valid decision regarding their child's medical treatment.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the cancer team recommend for Tyrell Dueck's treatment?

    <p>Chemotherapy and amputation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The family rejected traditional treatment due to their ___ beliefs.

    <p>Christian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following elements related to pediatric patient treatment with their descriptions:

    <p>Informed consent = Permission to treat a patient after explaining risks and benefits Competence = A child's ability to understand and make decisions Parental consent = Legal requirement for treating minors Survival rate = Percentage likelihood of recovery from a treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age is a child's decision-making participation generally considered to begin?

    <p>14-15 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Consent can be obtained solely from the child for medical decisions regarding pediatric cases.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organization extended the general rules regarding the position of the child in medical ethics?

    <p>UNICEF</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The responsibility of the _____ in decisions about a child's medical treatment is considered greater.

    <p>doctor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should not be published even if a child's name or image is altered?

    <p>Stories or pictures harming personality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following age groups with their decision-making capacities:

    <p>7-8 years = Early decision-making participation 14-15 years = Increased decision-making authority Under 18 years = Limited autonomy Preterm infant = Separate evaluation required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The wishes of a child should always supersede the decisions made by their parents in medical treatment.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ethical concept relates to adults making independent decisions about their medical treatment?

    <p>Patient autonomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ethical reports on children emphasize the importance of protecting the child's _____ under all circumstances.

    <p>rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main ethical concerns in pediatric cases?

    <p>Doctor's authority over the child's autonomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Professional Ethics

    • The presentation discusses professional ethics in relation to individuals with disabilities, children, and the elderly.
    • Learning outcomes include defining ethical principles for people with disabilities, children, and the elderly.

    Ethics in Disabled Individuals

    • The World Health Organization (WHO) defines disability as a complex issue, encompassing varied needs.
    • The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities highlights the need for access to the highest standard of healthcare without discrimination.
    • Research shows that healthcare needs for disabled individuals are not always adequately met.
    • A US study found that only half of disabled individuals with certain conditions accessed rehabilitation services.
    • Disabled individuals with the lowest health status and income suffer considerably more.
    • Issues with access to health care remain, including barriers due to physical disabilities and a lack of appropriate services as a target for health promotion and prevention efforts.
    • Individuals with disabilities may avoid reporting relevant symptoms due to shame.

    Ethics in Children

    • The concept of a child has a significant role in social interactions, impacting medical practices and procedures.
    • Children are deemed vulnerable due to intellectual and developmental differences.
    • Pediatric ethics encompasses issues like informed consent from families regarding medical decisions for children.
    • Age is an element in making these decisions, with some research indicating a starting point around 7-8 years of age or 14 to 15.
    • Crucially the child's wishes should be considered, with respect to decisions regarding the child.
    • Parents often have the main decision-making responsibility, but the child needs consideration, too.
    • Circumcision is an area where parental authority is considered to be primary, and these decisions may be ethically challenged. This decision should be postponed until the child becomes of age.
    • Important ethical problems include informed consent, family decisions, treatment denial (euthanasia), the situation of children in intensive care units, and their inclusion in medical research.
    • Medical professionals are obliged to ensure that children, regardless of the severity of their condition, receive the best possible care, especially in cases of life-threatening issues.

    Ethics in the Elderly

    • Unethical behavior toward the elderly, including age discrimination, is a concern.
    • The elderly are sometimes perceived as a burden due to economic and productivity factors, impacting societal care.
    • The elderly population has experienced discrimination due to societal values placing emphasis on younger demographics.
    • Research on elderly care often focuses on nursing homes or clinical settings, potentially causing a biased or incomplete view of the elderly's experiences.
    • Elder abuse can involve physical, verbal, or sexual harassment and financial abuse.
    • Health professionals' own prejudices, values, perceptions, and beliefs towards the elderly have caused ageism.

    Ethics in Pediatric Cases

    • In many cases, it's ethically difficult to determine valid parental decisions regarding their children's treatment.
    • There must be a balance between respecting parental authority and ensuring the child's involvement and autonomy.
    • In cases when the child may need ongoing medical assistance, the parents often have the ultimate say.

    Communication with Individuals

    • Specific communication tips for interactions with disabled or elderly individuals are appropriate.

    Unnecessary Treatments

    • The healthcare provider needs an appropriate approach to interventions and treatments for the elderly that do not negatively affect their overall well-being.
    • This includes avoiding unnecessary or futile treatments that don't enhance the quality of life.
    • Elderly patients with good mental capacity have the right to accept or reject treatments and medical interventions.
    • Obtaining consent should be approached with care and respect to the individual's perspective on the issue.

    Conclusion

    • Ethics in children and the elderly requires careful consideration of factors impacting decisions.
    • Professionals should be ethically responsible and aware of children and elderly individuals.
    • Recognizing their needs and safeguarding their well-being is paramount.

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    This quiz explores critical considerations for health professionals when caring for individuals with disabilities. It covers effective communication strategies, ethical treatment, and the importance of recognizing diverse needs within this population. Test your knowledge on best practices to enhance healthcare delivery for individuals with disabilities.

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