Health and Social Care Quiz

Which of the following is a primary care need for an elderly person with mobility issues?

• Access to a gym

• Regular physiotherapy sessions

• Weekly shopping trips

• Daily medication for anxiety

Which of the following is an effective communication technique when speaking with a patient who is hard of hearing?

• Speaking more quickly

• Shouting

• Using clear and simple language

• Avoiding eye contact

Which ethical principle is being applied when a healthcare professional ensures patient confidentiality?

• Autonomy

• Beneficence

• Non-maleficence

• Justice

In a case study, a patient refuses a life-saving treatment due to personal beliefs. Which ethical principle is most relevant in this situation?

• Justice

• Autonomy

• Beneficence

• Non-maleficence

What is the primary purpose of a care plan?

• To document medical history

• To outline a patient's dietary preferences

• To provide a structured approach to meet a patient's care needs

• To list all medications a patient is taking

Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?

• Speaking

• Writing

• Eye contact

• Listening

What is the term for the ethical principle of doing good and acting in the best interest of the patient?

• Autonomy

• Justice

• Beneficence

• Non-maleficence

In a case study, a patient is experiencing severe pain but refuses medication. What should the healthcare provider prioritise?

• Administering medication regardless of consent

• Respecting the patient's decision

• Persuading the patient to take the medication

• Ignoring the patient's pain

Which of the following is a key component of effective communication in healthcare?

• Using medical jargon

• Active listening

• Interrupting the patient

• Speaking loudly

What is the term for the ethical principle of avoiding harm to the patient?

• Justice

• Autonomy

• Non-maleficence

• Beneficence