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What is a formal accusation from a grand jury that indicates a defendant should be put on trial?
What is a formal accusation from a grand jury that indicates a defendant should be put on trial?
A statute is established by a professional agency and enforces expected conduct.
A statute is established by a professional agency and enforces expected conduct.
False
What is the purpose of a policy in a legal context?
What is the purpose of a policy in a legal context?
To provide guidelines for decisions and achieve rational outcomes.
A __________ is a legal order requiring someone to appear and testify in court.
A __________ is a legal order requiring someone to appear and testify in court.
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Match the legal terms with their definitions:
Match the legal terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following is an intentional tort?
Which of the following is an intentional tort?
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Defamation refers only to oral statements that damage a person's reputation.
Defamation refers only to oral statements that damage a person's reputation.
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Name one way to avoid torts in healthcare.
Name one way to avoid torts in healthcare.
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False imprisonment involves __________ detention of a person without consent.
False imprisonment involves __________ detention of a person without consent.
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Match the types of unintentional torts with their examples:
Match the types of unintentional torts with their examples:
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Study Notes
Legal Concepts
- Regulation is established through laws that dictate expected conduct, enforced by state and federal agencies.
- Statutes are laws enacted by legislative bodies at state, county, or federal levels.
- Standards are guidelines intended to guide decision-making and achieve specific outcomes within an organization.
- Policy is a statement of intent implemented as a protocol or procedure, aiming for uniformity and often based on experience.
- Procedures outline established methods to perform tasks or complete series of actions effectively.
Legal Terms
- Affidavit: A sworn voluntary statement of facts presented before an authorized individual.
- Complaint: The initial legal document filed by a plaintiff’s attorney asserting a claim against a defendant.
- Subpoena: A court order that compels an individual to appear and testify or produce specified documents.
- Deposition: A pretrial discovery process where parties respond to questions under oath, outside of court proceedings.
- Indictment: A formal accusation issued by a grand jury indicating that a defendant should stand trial.
- Precedent: A legal principle from previous court decisions that guides future case rulings.
Torts
- Definition: Civil wrongdoings which can be intentional (e.g., assault or defamation) or unintentional (e.g., negligence).
Types of Torts
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Intentional Torts:
- Assault: Causing fear of offensive contact without consent.
- Battery: Harmful or unwarranted physical contact without consent.
- Defamation: Slander (oral) or libel (written) statements damaging one's reputation.
- False Imprisonment: Unlawful detention of an individual without consent.
- Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress: Actions that cause emotional harm.
- Invasion of Privacy: Unauthorized disclosure of private information or photography.
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Unintentional Torts:
- Patient misidentification.
- Performing incorrect medical procedures.
- Retained foreign bodies post-surgery.
- Patient burns or falls due to errors in positioning.
- Improper handling or loss of patient specimens.
- Incorrect drug administration.
- Loss or damage to patient property.
- Violations of hospital policy.
- Patient abandonment.
Avoiding Torts
- Adhere strictly to the scope of practice within your profession.
- Follow established hospital policies and procedures vigilantly.
- Obtain informed consent from patients before interventions.
- Maintain a questioning attitude to ensure clarity and accuracy in practice.
- Focus on understanding safety protocols and integrate them into personal routines.
Documentation in Healthcare
- Documentation involves recording patient information in medical records, which can encompass multiple components from various healthcare providers.
Components of Medical Records:
- Patient identification and insurance coverage.
- Detailed history and physical examination (H&P).
- Diagnosis and diagnostic procedures (e.g., imaging studies).
- Medication records, intraoperative records, and preoperative records.
- Anesthesia records and discharge information.
Intraoperative Record Documentation
- Track staff present during surgery including entry and exit times.
- Document the patient’s condition before, during, and after the surgical procedure.
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Test your knowledge on key legal concepts including regulations, statutes, standards, policies, and procedures. This quiz focuses on the differences between these terms and their applications. Perfect for law students and professionals looking to refresh their understanding.
