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What should we avoid doing regarding competent adults?
We must actively empower others for whom we are __________.
responsible
What is one of the responsibilities mentioned for preparing duty reports?
What is the key principle regarding decisions made by competent adults?
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Preparing duty reports is optional in a laboratory setting.
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We should actively empower those for whom we are responsible.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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Laboratories are required to submit ________ reports.
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Match the following principles with their meanings:
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Match the following laboratory activities with their descriptions:
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What are duty reports used for in a laboratory?
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Patients can be required to have their specimens examined after collection.
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What action can patients take regarding their samples after they have been processed?
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After collection and processing, patients have the right to refuse examination of their ______.
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What right do patients have regarding their specimens after collection and processing?
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What is typically included in a complete report?
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A complete report does not require reference intervals.
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What is a remark that may be included in a complete report?
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A suitable reference interval may be __________ or __________-specific.
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Match the following components of a complete report to their descriptions:
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What are the core principles emphasized in medical ethics?
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The essence of medical ethics is solely about maximizing profit.
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What is the primary focus of medical ethics?
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The principles of doing 'good' and not doing 'harm' are the essence of every code of __________ ethics.
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Match the following ethical principles with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Ethical Principles in Medicine
- Core principles of medical ethics include "doing good" and "not doing harm."
- These principles are essential for duty reports and workload estimations in laboratories.
Respect for Patient Autonomy
- Competent adults have the right to make their own decisions regarding their healthcare.
- Healthcare professionals should empower those under their care, respecting their autonomy.
Patient Rights
- Patients retain the right to refuse testing of their specimens after collection and processing.
Laboratory Reporting Standards
- Complete test reports must include:
- Name of the test performed.
- Reference intervals, which may vary by age or gender.
- Units of measurement, if applicable.
- An indication if results fall within or outside reference intervals.
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Test your understanding of the fundamental principles of medical ethics, focusing on the concepts of doing 'good' and avoiding 'harm.' This quiz explores the essential tenets that guide medical professionals in their ethical decision-making.