HST Healthcare Laws and Ethics Assessment

Today, many healthcare organizations have a code of ethics for doctors and other healthcare providers to follow.

• True

• False

Medical law governs the legal conduct of healthcare workers.

• True

• False

Civil law refers to any laws that relate to criminal behavior.

• True

• False

Scope of practice summarizes a patient’s rights regarding fair treatment and appropriate information.

• True

• False

An ombudsman may be a nurse, a trained volunteer, or a social worker.

• True

• False

A durable power of attorney is a legal document in which a patient gives written instructions about healthcare decisions for the future.

• True

• False

An emancipated minor is a person under 18 years of age whose parents are financially and legally responsible for him or her.

• True

• False

As it relates to healthcare, the term negligence refers to performing an act that a reasonable person would also have done.

• True

• False

Good Samaritan laws are designed to encourage healthcare professionals to give first aid in an emergency situation.

• True

• False

Insurance policies may be purchased to protect healthcare workers against potential malpractice suits.

• True

• False