Question 1

Errors in chart documentation should be erased to prevent confusion by subsequent caregivers.

Accepted Answer

Errors in chart documentation should be corrected according to the facility's policy, usually by marking through the error with a single line, initialing, and dating it, not by erasing, to ensure the integrity of the medical record and maintain a legal document.

Question 2

Match each term below with its description.
-Slander or libel that damages a person's reputation or good name

Accepted Answer

Defamation refers to slander or libel that damages a person's reputation or good name.

Answer: A
 Plaintiff is the person who brings a legal action against another party.

Answer: C
 Defamation refers to slander or libel that damages a person's reputation or good name.

Answer: D
 Aeger primo is a Latin phrase meaning "the patient first," emphasizing the importance of keeping the patient's well-being as the top priority in healthcare.

Answer: E
 Precedent refers to a legal decision or ruling that serves as an example or guide for future cases.

Answer: F
 Larceny refers to the unlawful taking of someone else's property.

Answer: G
 Patient refers to a person who is receiving medical care.

Answer: H
 Allegation refers to a claim or assertion that someone has done something wrong or illegal.

Answer: I
 Criminal negligence refers to a reckless disregard for the safety or well-being of others, resulting in harm or injury.

Answer: J
 Primum non nocere is a Latin phrase meaning "first, do no harm," one of the fundamental principles of medical ethics.

Answer: K
 Code of conduct refers to a set of guidelines or standards that regulate the behavior of professionals.

Answer: L
 Iatrogenic injury refers to harm or injury caused by medical treatment or interventions.

Answer: M
 Accreditation refers to the process by which a healthcare institution is evaluated and recognized as meeting certain standards of quality and safety.

Answer: N
 Time-out refers to a safety protocol used in healthcare to pause and verify critical information before proceeding with a procedure.

Answer: O
 Medical record refers to a written or electronic record of a patient's medical history, treatment, and health status.

Answer: P
 Credential refers to a qualification, certification, or license that demonstrates an individual's qualifications or competence in a particular field.

Answer: Q
 Federal law refers to laws and regulations established by the federal government of a country.

Answer: R
 Guardian refers to a person who has legal responsibility for the care and well-being of another person, typically a child or a person with disabilities.

Answer: S
 Intentional tort refers to a deliberate and harmful act, such as assault or battery.

Answer: T
 Assault refers to the threat of harm or injury to another person, while battery refers to the actual physical act of harm or injury.

Question 3

"Captain of the ship" doctrine holds the surgeon accountable for all actions of the operating room team in lawsuits.

Accepted Answer

The answer of "Captain of the ship" doctrine holds the...

Question 4

Living will and durable power of attorney are examples of advance directives in health care.

Accepted Answer

Advance directives are legal documents that allow individuals to make decisions about their future health care in the event that they become unable to make those decisions themselves. A living will outlines specific medical treatments that an individual does or does not want to receive in certain situations, while a durable power of attorney designates a person (the agent) to make health care decisions on behalf of the individual if they are no longer able to do so.

Question 5

Match each term below with its description.
-"Above all, do no harm."

Accepted Answer

"Above all, do no harm" is the English translation of the Latin phrase "Primum non nocere," which is a fundamental principle of medical ethics.

Answer: B
 Malpractice insurance is insurance that protects healthcare providers from liability in the event of a lawsuit arising from alleged malpractice.

Answer: G
 A patient is a person who receives medical treatment.

Answer: L
 An iatrogenic injury is an injury caused by the medical treatment or advice given by a healthcare provider.

Answer: K
 A code of conduct is a set of rules or guidelines that govern the ethical behavior of a profession.

Answer: P
 A credential is a qualification or certification that demonstrates that a healthcare provider has the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their job.

Answer: O
 A medical record is a record of a patient's medical history, including diagnoses, treatments, and medications.

Answer: M
 Accreditation is the process by which an organization, such as a hospital or healthcare facility, is evaluated and recognized as meeting certain standards of quality and safety.

Answer: Q
 Federal law refers to laws passed by the national government of a country or federation, as opposed to laws passed by state or local governments.

Answer: R
 A guardian is a person who is legally responsible for making decisions on behalf of someone who is unable to make decisions for themselves, such as a minor or an incapacitated adult.

Question 6

General consent is obtained by patients admitted to the hospital and covers all routine services and medical treatment in broad terms but not invasive procedures such as surgery.

Accepted Answer

General consent is a type of consent that covers routine services and medical treatments, but not invasive procedures. It is commonly obtained from patients upon admission to the hospital.

Question 7

Match each term below with its description.
-Willful, intentional acts that violate the civil rights of a patient

Accepted Answer

Intentional torts are willful, intentional acts that violate the civil rights of a patient.

Answer: G 
 A patient is someone who is receiving medical treatment or care.

Answer: I 
 Criminal negligence is the failure to provide standard care by a healthcare provider which results in harm to a patient.

Answer: L 
 Iatrogenic injury refers to harm or injury caused by medical treatment or a medical professional.

Answer: H 
 An allegation is a claim made against someone, typically without proof.

Answer: K 
 A code of conduct is a set of professional standards and guidelines for behavior that healthcare professionals are expected to follow.

Answer: P 
 A credential is an official document or certificate that confirms a healthcare professional's qualifications and expertise.

Answer: Q 
 Federal law refers to laws at the national level that are enforced throughout the entire country.

Answer: A 
 A plaintiff is a person who brings a legal action or lawsuit against another person or organization.

Answer: T 
 Assault is the threat or attempt to harm someone, often resulting in fear or apprehension.

Question 8

The first scrub surgical technologist performs intraoperative tasks under the broad delegatory authority of the:

Accepted Answer

The first scrub surgical technologist works under the direct supervision of the surgeon and performs intraoperative tasks as delegated by the surgeon.

Question 9

Match each term below with its description.
-Taking another's property without consent

Accepted Answer

Larceny is the legal term for the act of taking another person's property without consent, which fits the description provided.

Question 10

What is the name of the organization whose focus is on patient and worker safety and is a unique coalition of surgeons (ACS), anesthesiologists (ASA), operating room (AORN) and perianesthesia (ASPAN) nurses, CRNAs (AANA), surgical physician assistants (AASPA), and surgical technologists (AST)?

Accepted Answer

The Council on Surgical and Perioperative Safety (CSPS) is a unique coalition of surgeons (ACS), anesthesiologists (ASA), operating room (AORN) and perianesthesia (ASPAN) nurses, CRNAs (AANA), surgical physician assistants (AASPA), and surgical technologists (AST) that focuses on patient and worker safety. The other options listed are different organizations that may also have a focus on safety in healthcare but are not specifically focused on surgical and perioperative safety.

Question 11

What is establishing a neutral zone designed to do?

Accepted Answer

Establishing a neutral zone is specifically designed to prevent sharps injuries during surgical procedures by creating a designated area where sharp instruments can be safely exchanged between surgical team members.

Question 12

A surgical technology student who photographs a patient and posts the image on the Internet could be sued for invasion of privacy and HIPAA violation.

Accepted Answer

The act of photographing a patient and posting it on the internet without their consent may violate their privacy and also violate HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality. The student could potentially face legal action for their actions.

Question 13

Match each term below with its description.
-An injury resulting from the activity of health care professionals

Accepted Answer

Iatrogenic injury specifically refers to harm or injury caused by a medical treatment or procedure, which directly matches the description given.

Question 14

Match each term below with its description.
-A statement one expects to prove true

Accepted Answer

An allegation is essentially a statement one expects to prove true, often used in legal contexts to refer to claims made by a party in a lawsuit that they intend to prove with evidence.

Question 15

Match each term below with its description.
-Prior to start of a procedure; all members of surgical team verify correct patient, procedure, site, and side.

Accepted Answer

A time-out is a safety protocol used in healthcare settings, especially before surgical procedures, to ensure that the correct patient is receiving the correct procedure on the correct site and side.

Question 16

Match each term below with its description.
-Court-appointed protector for an individual incapable of making his or her own decisions

Accepted Answer

A guardian is a court-appointed protector for individuals who are incapable of making their own decisions, often due to age, incapacity, or disability.

Question 17

Which of the following was identified in the late 1990's as causing more deaths in the United States than car accidents, AIDS, and breast cancer combined?

Accepted Answer

Medical errors were identified in the late 1990s as causing more deaths in the United States than car accidents, AIDS, and breast cancer combined.

Question 18

Match each term below with its description.
-An act that causes another person to fear that he or she will be touched in an offensive, insulting, or physically injurious manner without consent or authority to do so

Accepted Answer

The term "Assault" matches the description of "an act that causes another person to fear that he or she will be touched in an offensive, insulting, or physically injurious manner without consent or authority to do so."

Question 19

Match each term below with its description.
-Reckless disregard for the safety of another; willful indifference

Accepted Answer

Criminal negligence refers to a reckless disregard for the safety of another, showing willful indifference to the consequences of one's actions.

Question 20

Which governmental agency has authority as outlined in the Safe Medical Device Act?

Accepted Answer

The Safe Medical Device Act grants the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) the authority to regulate medical devices in the United States, ensuring their safety and effectiveness. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) focuses on environmental issues, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) protects patient privacy, and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulates workplace health and safety.

Quiz 2: Legal Concepts, Risk Management, and Ethical Issues

Errors in chart documentation should be erased to prevent confusion by subsequent caregivers.

Match each term below with its description. -Slander or libel that damages a person's reputation or good name

"Captain of the ship" doctrine holds the surgeon accountable for all actions of the operating room team in lawsuits.

Living will and durable power of attorney are examples of advance directives in health care.

Match each term below with its description. -"Above all, do no harm."

General consent is obtained by patients admitted to the hospital and covers all routine services and medical treatment in broad terms but not invasive procedures such as surgery.

Match each term below with its description. -Willful, intentional acts that violate the civil rights of a patient

The first scrub surgical technologist performs intraoperative tasks under the broad delegatory authority of the:

Match each term below with its description. -Taking another's property without consent

What is the name of the organization whose focus is on patient and worker safety and is a unique coalition of surgeons (ACS) , anesthesiologists (ASA) , operating room (AORN) and perianesthesia (ASPAN) nurses, CRNAs (AANA) , surgical physician assistants (AASPA) , and surgical technologists (AST) ?

What is establishing a neutral zone designed to do?

A surgical technology student who photographs a patient and posts the image on the Internet could be sued for invasion of privacy and HIPAA violation.

Match each term below with its description. -An injury resulting from the activity of health care professionals

Match each term below with its description. -A statement one expects to prove true

Match each term below with its description. -Prior to start of a procedure; all members of surgical team verify correct patient, procedure, site, and side.

Match each term below with its description. -Court-appointed protector for an individual incapable of making his or her own decisions

Which of the following was identified in the late 1990's as causing more deaths in the United States than car accidents, AIDS, and breast cancer combined?

Match each term below with its description. -An act that causes another person to fear that he or she will be touched in an offensive, insulting, or physically injurious manner without consent or authority to do so

Match each term below with its description. -Reckless disregard for the safety of another; willful indifference

Which governmental agency has authority as outlined in the Safe Medical Device Act?