2024 - Hoshas Clinical Ethics Quiz

Which of the following best defines clinical ethics?

• The study of ethical dilemma in medical practice

• The application of moral principles to decisions in clinical practice.

• The analysis of healthcare ethics and medicolegal issues.

• The enforcement of hospital protocols.

What is the primary importance of clinical ethics in healthcare?

• Ensuring that patients receive the most cost-effective care.

• Balancing legal obligations with hospital policies.

• Guiding healthcare professionals in making morally sound decisions in patient care.

• Maintaining compliance with insurance regulations.

Which historical event significantly contributed to the development of research ethics as a distinct field?

• The establishment of the World Health Organization (WHO).

• The publication of the Belmont Report.

• The Nuremberg Trials post-World War II.

• The introduction of electronic health records.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four principles of Biomedical Ethics as outlined by Beauchamp and Childress?

• Autonomy

• Justice

• Beneficence

• Utility

The principle of "Justice" in Biomedical Ethics primarily refers to:

• Ensuring patients receive care based on their ability to pay.

• Providing equal treatment and fair distribution of healthcare resources.

• Making decisions that maximize patient satisfaction.

• Allocating medical resources to those with the best health outcomes.

Which ethical principle governs the informed consent process?

• Respect for autonomy

• Beneficence

• Non-maleficence

• Justice

Which of the following is a key principle of informed consent in Malaysia?

• The patient must always follow the doctor's advice.

• The doctor must inform the patient of the material risks and benefits of a treatment.

• The patient is required to sign a consent form only for invasive procedures.

• The patient cannot refuse treatment once informed consent is given.

Which of the following is NOT required for informed consent to be valid?

• The patient must have capacity for decision-making.

• The consent must be given voluntarily.

• The patient must fully understand the information given by the treating team.

• The consent must be witnessed by a legal professional.

Who is legally authorized to give informed consent for a medical procedure if the patient is a minor?

• The patient themselves

• The attending treating team

• A parent or legal guardian

• Any close relative of the patient

What legal consequence may arise if a healthcare provider in Malaysia fails to obtain proper informed consent from a patient?

• The procedure is automatically considered unethical.

• The healthcare provider could face criminal charges.

• The patient has no legal recourse.

• The healthcare provider could be subject to battery or trespass.