Medical Law Chapter 2 Quiz

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What are the four D's?

Duty, Dereliction, Direct Cause, Damages

What are the two main divisions of laws?

Public and civil laws

What is the best method of defense for a Medical Assistant (MA)?

Documentation

What does bioethics deal with?

<p>Moral issues and problems that affect human life</p> Signup and view all the answers

Informed consent is signed by the patient.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Implied consent only applies in non-emergency situations.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by battery in a medical context?

<p>Actually doing it</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of assault in a medical context?

<p>Attempt or threat of doing it</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Medical Assistant Creed?

<p>A belief in the principles and purposes of the profession, dedication to patient care, and loyalty to the physician-employer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'creed' refer to?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the AMA principles of medical ethics?

<p>Competent care, professionalism, respect for law, patient rights, continued learning, and responsibility in patient care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Good Samaritan Act?

<p>To offer legal protection to those who provide reasonable assistance in emergencies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Controlled Substance Act of 1970 regulate?

<p>The manufacture and dispensing of narcotics with a high potential for abuse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of criminal law?

<p>To protect the public from harmful acts of others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does administrative law cover?

<p>Regulations set by government agencies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is tort law?

<p>It covers acts that result in harm to another; it deals with wrongful acts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is defamation of character?

<p>Making false or malicious statements about a person's character or reputation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is misfeasance?

<p>Mistake; treatment performed incorrectly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is nonfeasance?

<p>Not attempted or delayed treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is negligence?

<p>Failure to take reasonable precautions to prevent harm to a patient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'res judicata' mean?

<p>The thing has been decided.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is abandonment in a medical context?

<p>A subjective emotional state where people feel undesired.</p> Signup and view all the answers

PSDA stands for Patient Self-Determination ______.

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

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Study Notes

  • Four D's of Negligence:

    • Duty: Establishes the patient-physician relationship.
    • Dereliction: Involves neglecting a professional obligation.
    • Direct Cause: Indicates a negative outcome directly resulting from the provider’s actions.
    • Damages: Patient suffers harm due to the negligent act.

  • Divisions of Law:

    • Public Law: Governs relationships between individuals and the government.
    • Civil Law: Deals with disputes between private parties.
  • Informed Consent: Requires a signed agreement from the patient before medical procedures.
  • Implied Consent: Recognized in emergency situations where immediate action is necessary.

  • Assault vs. Battery:

    • Assault: The threat or attempt to cause harm.
    • Battery: The actual act of causing harm.

  • Good Samaritan Act: Provides legal protection to individuals who offer assistance to those believed to be ill or injured.

Ethical Principles and Professionalism

  • Medical Assistant Creed:

    • Emphasizes dedication to the profession, patient well-being, loyalty, and ethical practice.
    • Key values include belief, endeavor, aspiration, protection, dedication, loyalty, truthfulness, and strength.

  • AMA Principles of Medical Ethics:

    • Commitment to competent care and professionalism.
    • Respect for law and patient rights.
    • Ongoing education and responsibility towards patient care.

Law Classifications and Responsibilities

  • Criminal Law: Aims to protect the public from harmful acts by others.
  • Administrative Law: Governs regulations set by government agencies.
  • Tort Law: Deals with actions causing harm to another, covering wrongful acts.

  • Negligence: Failure to take reasonable precautions to avert patient harm.

  • Defamation of Character: Making false statements that harm an individual's reputation.

  • Misfeasance vs. Nonfeasance:

    • Misfeasance: Incorrectly performed treatment.
    • Nonfeasance: Failure to attempt treatment or delayed care.

  • Res Judicata: A matter that has already been judged; a decision that is final.

  • Abandonment: This refers to an emotional state where individuals feel unwanted or undesired.

  • Controlled Substance Act of 1970: Federal law enforced by the DEA regulating the manufacture and dispensing of narcotics with high potential for abuse.

Patient Rights and Considerations

  • Patient Self-Determination Act (PSDA): Ensures that hospitalized patients are informed of their rights regarding medical treatment.

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