Test Your Knowledge on Hospital Liabilities
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Which of the following is NOT a classification of hospitals based on the size or bed capacity?

  • Small hospitals
  • Training hospitals (correct)
  • Medium-sized hospitals
  • Large hospitals

    • According to the text, why can't a hospital practice medicine?

  • Lack of qualified staff
  • Lack of medical equipment
  • Financial constraints
  • Legal restrictions (correct)

    • What are the primary duties of a hospital?

  • Ensuring patient satisfaction
  • Generating profits
  • Providing medical education
  • Offering emergency care (correct)

    • Who may be held liable for the wrongful acts of hospital employees in a government or public hospital?

    <p>The government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which doctrine is applied to charitable hospitals regarding immunity for the acts of its employees?

    <p>Doctrine of charitable immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What principle is applied to determine vicarious liability in hospitals?

    <p>Principle of control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a rule applied in determining vicarious liability in hospitals?

    <p>Principle of sole responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the liabilities of hospitals for its ancillary services?

    <p>Liabilities for negligence in ancillary services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two aspects of emergency care mentioned in the text?

    <p>Urgent care and triage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an emergency room record?

    <p>To document medical procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of hospital is established and maintained from donations, contributions, and philanthropic acts?

    <p>Charitable hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary duty of a hospital in relation to its building and grounds?

    <p>To furnish a safe and well-maintained building and ground</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered a trespasser in a hospital?

    <p>One who enters the property of another without being granted the privilege to do so</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered a licensee in a hospital?

    <p>One who is neither a customer, servant, or a trespasser</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered an invitee in a hospital?

    <p>One who is essential to the operation of a hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general rule regarding the liability of government or public hospitals?

    <p>Government hospitals cannot be sued without their consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rationale behind the immunity of government hospitals from being sued?

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

    What determines whether a hospital is established for charity?

    <p>The articles of incorporation and constitution and by-laws of the corporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary duty of a hospital in relation to the selection of hospital staff?

    <p>To exercise reasonable care in the selection of hospital staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary duty of a hospital in relation to the equipment it provides?

    <p>To provide adequate and safe equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the purpose of maintenance of medical records in hospitals?

    <p>To keep track of patient diagnoses and treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, when may the contents of a medical record be disclosed?

    <p>With the patient's authorization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the purpose of hospital security?

    <p>To ensure the safety of patients and staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the definition of a hospital?

    <p>A place for the diagnosis, treatment, and care of individuals with medical conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the difference between general hospitals and specialized hospitals?

    <p>General hospitals treat a wide range of diseases, while specialized hospitals focus on specific illnesses or treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the classification of hospitals based on control and financial support?

    <p>Public/Government and Private</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, why can't a hospital practice medicine?

    <p>A hospital is not a person and cannot take licensure exams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what are the duties of the governing board of a hospital?

    <p>To determine hospital policies, maintain professional standards, coordinate interests, and provide financing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what are the different classifications of hospitals based on the scope of infirmities admitted?

    <p>General and Specialized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the size or bed capacity classification of hospitals?

    <p>25, 50, 100, and 450 bed capacity hospitals</p> Signup and view all the answers

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