Healthcare Law and Medical Practices Quiz
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Which type of law governs the legal conduct of healthcare workers?

  • Criminal law
  • Civil law
  • Medical law (correct)
  • Administrative law
  • What is the legal document called in which a patient gives written instructions about future healthcare decisions?

  • Medical directive
  • Healthcare proxy
  • Living will (correct)
  • Power of attorney
  • Antibiotics are primarily used to treat which type of infections?

  • Parasitic infections
  • Bacterial infections (correct)
  • Fungal infections
  • Viral infections
  • Class ___ fire extinguishers are used specifically for fires caused by flammable liquids.

    <p>Class B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which facility provides comprehensive treatment for patients with chronic kidney disease?

    <p>Dialysis center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant healthcare development during the Renaissance?

    <p>Improvement in surgical techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with the discovery of Penicillin?

    <p>Alexander Fleming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of medical devices and drugs?

    <p>Food and Drug Administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the absence of bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms?

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

    What is the act of killing all microorganisms and their spores on a surface called?

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

    What term describes an accidental puncture of the skin?

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

    What is the term for the process of breathing out?

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

    What condition is characterized by a body temperature below 95 F?

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

    Which pathway focuses on hands-on experience with patients and aims to change their health status over time?

    <p>Therapeutic pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of healthcare professionals who conduct laboratory tests for other doctors?

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

    What is the term for existing or taking place within a vein?

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

    What is the name for the act of breathing too quickly?

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

    Healthcare workers responsible for documenting information related to diagnosis and procedures for insurance are known as what?

    <p>Health Information Technicians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of job ensures that patients are not abused and their rights are protected?

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

    Registered dietitians primarily work in which pathway?

    <p>Therapeutic pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The legal obligation for healthcare personnel to act in a way that avoids causing harm to patients is called what?

    <p>Duty of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Touching a person without their consent may be considered which type of crime?

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

    A court-appointed person who can make decisions for a patient unable to do so is called a what?

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

    Which of the following is considered an example of workplace discrimination in healthcare?

    <p>Discrimination based on race or ethnicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the right of a patient to prepare instructions regarding their medical treatment in advance?

    <p>Advance Directive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by an abnormally high blood pressure?

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

    What does the term 'asepsis' refer to in a medical context?

    <p>The practice of keeping an environment free from pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary responsibilities of an ombudsman in healthcare?

    <p>Advocate for patient rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common outcome of improper body mechanics when lifting patients?

    <p>Injury to the caregiver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is classified under standard precautions in healthcare?

    <p>Using gloves when touching patients' bodily fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly identifies a sign of hypoxia?

    <p>Bluish tint to skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by an irregularly low heart rate?

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

    What is the primary agency of the United States government responsible for biomedical and health-related research?

    <p>National Institutes of Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Black Death, which killed approximately 25 million people in 14th century Europe, was caused by what type of pathogen?

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

    Which of the following is a type of microorganism including yeasts and molds?

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

    What type of disease transmission occurs when a person catches an infectious disease after touching an infected person?

    <p>Direct contact transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the use of antimicrobial agents on objects to reduce disease-causing microorganisms?

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

    Which of the following body fluids has the potential to transmit harmful pathogens?

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

    What is the condition called when blood pressure is too high?

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

    What is the term for the science of preventing discomfort or injury while performing a task?

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

    Which three elements form the fire triangle?

    <p>Oxygen, heat, fuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you avoid using during a fire?

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

    What is the average pulse rate for adults?

    <p>70 to 90 beats per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can affect a pulse rate?

    <p>Diet, exercise, emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'blood pressure' refer to?

    <p>Blood against the walls of an artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a valuable tool for career choice?

    <p>Self-assessment tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of harassment is considered unethical and illegal?

    <p>Sexual harassment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the rights established by The Patient’s Self-Determination Act?

    <p>Right to refuse treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Medical Terminology and Concepts

    • Medicine studies a person's DNA sequences
    • Completing a bachelor's degree takes approximately 4 years
    • Samples, such as blood and tissues, are analyzed
    • A legal document, called a law, describes healthcare decisions
    • Antibiotics treat and kill bacteria
    • Class fire extinguishers are used on flammable liquid fires
    • Noisy breathing like snoring is called snoring
    • Hospitals originated as rooms in houses for the sick
    • The Islamic Civilization advanced medical science during a specific era
    • The Renaissance saw advancements in medical science, though the specific advancements aren't identified in the document.
    • The microscope was discovered by a person, but the name of the person who discovered it is not mentioned
    • Edward Jenner developed the practice of vaccination
    • Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin
    • The American Red Cross is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in the world, founded by a person, but name is not included in document
    • Costs for healthcare that aren't covered by insurance is a deductible.
    • The organization responsible for safe and effective human use of medicine is mentioned, name is not provided
    • Healthcare monitoring and preventing disease outbreaks are part of an organization's duty
    • A facility for treating serious illnesses is referred to as an acute-care facility
    • Facilities for patients with kidney disease are referred to in the document, but the specific type of facility is not named.
    • Students can earn a degree at a community college
    • A doctorate degree can be earned at institutions
    • Healthcare that involves treatment over a period of time or chronic conditions is indicated by a term in the document, but name is not included
    • Healthcare worker who assists in patient breathing is mentioned in the document, but the specific job title is not provided.

    Healthcare Pathways and Duties

    • A pathway involves diagnosing illnesses and diseases
    • Doctors who perform lab tests for other doctors are named in the provided text but the title is not included
    • Healthcare professionals who record medical information are indicated by a term in the text, but name is not provided.
    • Healthcare pathways involve multiple specific areas such as Medical Clerical workers in the medical field, human resource and medical records workers
    • Registered dieticians are identified as specializing in a healthcare pathway
    • Healthcare workers involved in developing devices are named, but the title is not included.
    • Principles related to legal and ethical considerations related to workers' actions in the healthcare field are referred to by a term in the text, but the exact name is not provided
    • An action taken when healthcare information is released or recorded without client consent is described, as illegal, unethical or harmful to the client.
    • There is mention of a legal obligation for patient care
    • Patient decisions about care should be followed when incapacitated are a type of written instruction
    • Disrespect is a criminal offense
    • Discrimination in a medical setting is a concern
    • A court-appointed person to make decisions in the case of incapacity is named as a legal term, but title is not provided
    • Actions to prevent injuries while performing tasks is mentioned, but not included.
    • Improvements of quality in healthcare settings are described briefly.

    Healthcare Organizations and Systems

    • Healthcare organizations, including ones that manage care, are discussed.
    • Bio medical and health related research is conducted by a primary organization name
    • The Black Death is referred to as a historical disease outbreak, and a scientific cause was assigned
    • Several diseases are listed, and the causes are assigned to their respective categories
    • Medical care for infectious diseases as well as the cause is discussed in the text.
    • Types of transmission routes are described in the document.

    Healthcare Measurements and Procedures

    • Processes for taking and recording temperature are described, but with little detail
    • Several medical terms are mentioned in the document, but not with examples.
    • Various processes used to prevent infection are described and terms for these procedures are described.
    • Terms relating to the inhalation and exhalation are provided, but with little detail .

    Other Terms and Concepts

    • Various medical conditions and processes are listed, such as illness related issues, processes associated with specific equipment, and concepts of medical procedures' safety, procedures and processes
    • Terms or names associated with tasks performed are included, but job titles are not provided.

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