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What is an example of a situation where the ethical solution may be less permissive than the law?
The case of abortion
Why has there been an increase in claims in the field of health activity?
Because patients have increased rights
What is the basis of the change in the health system in Spain?
Autonomy of the patient
What is one of the main rights of patients in Spain?
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Informed consent is defined as
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What are some requirements for informed consent in Spain?
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Informed consent must be obtained in writing when
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In the case of a minor patient, who can validly give informed consent?
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Who decides when an action is considered a health crime in Spain?
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The judge cannot punish a certain action as a crime if
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What can Spanish citizens do if they want to receive health treatments that are illegal in Spain?
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What is the age required for a patient to validly give consent?
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Who is responsible for the protection of minors and those legally incapacitated?
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What can the court do if it considers that the decision of the parents is not the best for the minor?
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In Spain, what is the difference between parental authority and custody?
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What is an example of a situation where the ethical solution may be less permissive than the law?
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Which one of these is considered a health crime in Spain?
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Who bears the cost of healthcare and pharmaceutical services in Spain?
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At what age can a minor be heard in regards to their health desires?
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What is the role of the court if it considers that the decision of the parents is not the best for the minor?
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What is the age required for a patient to validly give consent?
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What is the main factor that determines the obligation to compensate a patient, even if there is good technique?
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What has been the change in the health system in Spain?
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Informed consent is part of the right of every patient to receive adequate information about a medical action. What does this information include?
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What is the difference between treatments in the public health system and the private health system in Spain?
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What are the characteristics of treatments that fall under the category of 'Reimbursement of health expenses' in Spain?
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What is the purpose of analyzing the portfolio of benefits financed by the Spanish Public Health System?
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Which of the following is NOT a cause of conflicts or claims against healthcare professionals?
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What is the consequence of not reporting the possibility of adverse risks after a therapeutic alternative is chosen?
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Who can claim against the gynecologist for sterilizing the daughter without parental authority?
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Who is responsible for obtaining informed consent from a patient in Spain?
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