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What type of tort involves intentional acts like libel and slander?
What type of tort involves intentional acts like libel and slander?
Slander refers to written defamatory statements.
Slander refers to written defamatory statements.
False
What are the four key elements of negligence?
What are the four key elements of negligence?
Duty, Breach, Causation, Damages
Defamation of character includes both libel and ______.
Defamation of character includes both libel and ______.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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In the case of medical malpractice, how long does an injured patient have to file a lawsuit?
In the case of medical malpractice, how long does an injured patient have to file a lawsuit?
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Contributory negligence means the plaintiff's actions did not affect their injury.
Contributory negligence means the plaintiff's actions did not affect their injury.
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What does the standard of care refer to in legal terms?
What does the standard of care refer to in legal terms?
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Which of the following symptoms can occur during the asymptomatic period of HIV infection?
Which of the following symptoms can occur during the asymptomatic period of HIV infection?
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Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) has been shown to increase AIDS deaths in the US.
Highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) has been shown to increase AIDS deaths in the US.
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What type of pneumonia is commonly associated with AIDS?
What type of pneumonia is commonly associated with AIDS?
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AIDS symptoms often include __________, dry skin, and rashes.
AIDS symptoms often include __________, dry skin, and rashes.
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Match the treatments to their descriptions:
Match the treatments to their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT an effect of AIDS on the body?
Which of the following is NOT an effect of AIDS on the body?
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All patients with AIDS experience the same symptoms.
All patients with AIDS experience the same symptoms.
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What is the initial case of AIDS in the United States documented as being caused by?
What is the initial case of AIDS in the United States documented as being caused by?
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What is the primary role of teeth in digestion?
What is the primary role of teeth in digestion?
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Proteins must be consumed daily because they are stored by the body.
Proteins must be consumed daily because they are stored by the body.
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What is the C-shaped segment of the small intestine called?
What is the C-shaped segment of the small intestine called?
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The permanent teeth replace the deciduous teeth starting at about ______ years.
The permanent teeth replace the deciduous teeth starting at about ______ years.
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Which type of teeth are specifically designed for grinding and crushing food?
Which type of teeth are specifically designed for grinding and crushing food?
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Match the sections of the small intestine with their respective lengths:
Match the sections of the small intestine with their respective lengths:
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The liver secretes bile, which is stored in the gallbladder.
The liver secretes bile, which is stored in the gallbladder.
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What is the function of the ileocecal valve?
What is the function of the ileocecal valve?
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of the condition described?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of the condition described?
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Esophageal spasms can mimic angina pain.
Esophageal spasms can mimic angina pain.
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What is the primary medication treatment to relieve muscle spasms caused by the condition?
What is the primary medication treatment to relieve muscle spasms caused by the condition?
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The __________ is responsible for blocking gastric backflow into the esophagus.
The __________ is responsible for blocking gastric backflow into the esophagus.
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Match the treatments to their purposes:
Match the treatments to their purposes:
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Which lifestyle change may help prevent heartburn?
Which lifestyle change may help prevent heartburn?
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Lying down after eating is recommended to alleviate gastric reflux symptoms.
Lying down after eating is recommended to alleviate gastric reflux symptoms.
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What are the two main functions of the urinary system mentioned?
What are the two main functions of the urinary system mentioned?
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What is the primary purpose of an upper GI series?
What is the primary purpose of an upper GI series?
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Patients are allowed to eat solid foods until eight hours before an upper GI exam.
Patients are allowed to eat solid foods until eight hours before an upper GI exam.
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At what age does the American Cancer Society recommend starting routine colonoscopy screenings?
At what age does the American Cancer Society recommend starting routine colonoscopy screenings?
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The barium test may help diagnose _____________ in the gastrointestinal tract.
The barium test may help diagnose _____________ in the gastrointestinal tract.
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Match each procedure with its primary focus:
Match each procedure with its primary focus:
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What must patients refrain from doing before an upper GI test?
What must patients refrain from doing before an upper GI test?
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Laxatives are administered to help empty the gastrointestinal tract before a colonoscopy.
Laxatives are administered to help empty the gastrointestinal tract before a colonoscopy.
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What is a common side effect of retained barium in the intestines?
What is a common side effect of retained barium in the intestines?
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What is the primary function of the urinary bladder?
What is the primary function of the urinary bladder?
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Polyuria refers to an absence of urine output.
Polyuria refers to an absence of urine output.
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What are the two types of dialysis mentioned?
What are the two types of dialysis mentioned?
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Urine is expelled from the bladder through the __________.
Urine is expelled from the bladder through the __________.
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Match the medical term with its definition:
Match the medical term with its definition:
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What is a common cause for catheterization?
What is a common cause for catheterization?
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The AV fistula connects a vein and a capillary for efficient blood flow.
The AV fistula connects a vein and a capillary for efficient blood flow.
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What is the typical storage capacity of the bladder before urination?
What is the typical storage capacity of the bladder before urination?
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Study Notes
Chapters 3 & 4: Everything
- Medical assistant ethics involves daily considerations of balancing patient confidentiality with public safety. Laws and frameworks address these issues.
- Provider performance is judged based on standards and guidelines set by law. Following societal rules is mandatory.
- Medical assistants should be aware of relevant laws but not every legal detail.
- Ethical dilemmas arise when two moral principles conflict, sometimes leading to a choice between right and wrong.
- Laws regulate behavior (criminal versus civil, liability insurance), while ethics address professional, organizational, and personal considerations.
- Common law develops through court decisions and precedents, evolving over time.
- State laws vary between states and cover areas like criminal, family, and property law.
- Federal laws apply nationwide, governing areas like immigration, bankruptcy, and civil rights; these laws have precedence over state law in conflicts.
Arbitration and Mediation
- Arbitration involves a neutral third party making a binding decision, often in commercial disputes. It is faster and less formal than court.
- Mediation uses a neutral third party to help disputing parties reach a mutual agreement. It focuses on facilitated communication.
Medical Malpractice
- Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor's actions fall below the accepted standard of care.
- Malpractice insurance, also called errors and omissions coverage, protects against mistakes in medical care, but not against criminal acts.
- Employers may offer professional liability insurance for medical assisting staff.
- Personal liability coverage may be needed if employed by others.
Common Law, State Law, Federal Law
- Common law evolves through legal precedents set by court decisions.
- State law is created and applies within a specific state, with considerable variation between states. It covers criminal, family, and property law matters.
- Federal laws apply nationwide and take precedence over state laws if conflicts occur.
Civil Law
- Civil law regulates interactions between individuals and entities, covering everything except criminal offenses.
- The standard of proof in civil cases is preponderance of the evidence, a lower standard than in criminal cases.
- Misdemeanors are less severe crimes, typically with punishments of less than a year in jail.
- Felonies are more serious crimes, often punished by a year or more in jail.
- Tort law arises from the Latin word for "wrong." It establishes the responsibility of wrongdoers to compensate victims for those wrongdoings, in cases of unintentional or intentional harm.
Standard of Care
- The standard of care defines a reasonable person's actions in similar circumstances and is often based on the specific role and skills of the person being assessed.
- In medical cases, the standard of care is based on the actions of a competent healthcare professional.
Immune System Summary
- The immune system protects the body from invaders.
- Lymphatic nodes are part of the immune system that can swell in response to infection.
Antigens and Antibodies
- Antigens are substances that trigger an immune response.
- Antibodies are the cells that neutralize these antigens.
T Cells and B Cells
- T cells and B cells are types of lymphocytes.
- B cells produce antibodies in humoral immunity.
- Helper T cells assist other immune cells.
- Killer T cells destroy infected cells.
- Memory T cells retain information for future encounters.
- Suppressor T cells inhibit other T cell actions.
Active and Passive Immunity
- Active immunity involves exposure to an antigen, triggering the body's own production of antibodies. Typically vaccines.
- Passive immunity involves receiving antibodies from an outside source, temporary immunity for short term protection.
AIDS & HIV
- The prevalence of HIV varies by region.
- Early symptoms of HIV infection include flu-like symptoms while later symptoms become more severe.
- Treatment includes medication like reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) and non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTIs) to manage HIV and AIDS.
Types and locations of different infections
- Pneumonia (bacterial or viral),
- meningitis, encephalitis
- esophagus infections
- Diarrhea
- Skin inflammation
- Various forms of pneumonia,
Cancer
- Benign tumors grow slowly and do not spread to other parts of the body.
- Malignant tumors are cancerous and have altered cell structures; they grow rapidly, irregularly and spread.
- Cancers are classified by their origin (carcinoma, sarcoma, leukemia, lymphoma) and degree of differentiation (well-, moderately-, or poorly differentiated).
Lupus
- Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect multiple organs.
- Symptoms vary but commonly include skin rashes (butterfly rash), joint pain, fever, fatigue, and kidney problems.
- No cure. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms.
Other related Conditions
- Plaquenil (used for Lupus)
- HIV (immune virus)
- AIDS (condition related to untreated HIV)
- Colorectal cancer (malignant)
Digestive System
- Digestive system involves four phases: Ingestion, Digestion, Absorption, and Elimination.
- Digestive processes involve various organs, including mouth, esophagus, stomach, intestines, and others.
- The small intestine is composed of three segments: duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
- Teeth, tongue, saliva, are all vital to digestion.
Urinary System
- The urinary system involves kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.
- Waste products are removed from blood in the kidneys.
- Urine is stored in the bladder and then expelled from the body.
- Medical terms describe urinary output, such as dysuria (painful), hematuria (blood), nocturia (nighttime), oliguria (low urine), polyuria (excess urine).
Dialysis
- Hemodialysis uses a machine to filter blood, while peritoneal dialysis uses the lining of the abdomen.
- AV fistula and grafts are used to allow for access for dialysis, often created through surgical means.
Diagnostic Tests for GI and Other Issues
- X-rays, endoscopies, and other methods help diagnose GI tract problems.
- Medical history, patient symptoms, including frequency and characteristics are often useful as well.
Additional Diseases
- Cirrhosis of the Liver (a chronic liver disease) and symptoms include GI issues like vomiting, constipation, weakness. Chronic issues often lead to impairment in blood circulation, elevated blood pressure inside the liver, swelling in the abdomen.
- Diverticulosis (pouches in the colon), symptoms vary, from no symptoms to issues like irregular bowel movements, lower abdominal pain, and mild fever. Often requiring treatment with antibiotics, dietary changes and/or surgery
- GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is the flow of stomach acid into the esophagus. Treatment may involve dietary modifications, medications, or surgery.
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This quiz explores the critical elements of tort law, focusing on intentional torts like defamation and negligence. Participants will also delve into the medical implications related to AIDS, including symptoms and treatments. Test your understanding of these intersecting fields and their legal ramifications.
