cycle 3 Medical laws

A will which the signer request not to be kept alive by medical life support

• confidentiality

• living will

• continuity of care

• certification

Patient rights are guaranteed by both federal and state laws

• True

• False

Please list 3 examples from the journal

Examples of reportable incidents

Patients have the right to be involved in decisions regarding their care

• High quality care

• Involvement in your care

• a clean and safe environment

• protection of privacy

Continuity of

Protection of

Given to individuals who meet certain predetermined criteria and standards set for their occupation

Healthcare workers are obligated to protect and keep all patient/client information confidential.

Patients must agree with the medical staff

• True

• False

High _______ hospital care