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WorksheetsSM: Legal Issues
Total questions: 48
Worksheet time: 25mins
State of being legally responsible for the harm one causes to another person.
(a)
What is negligence?
The use of extraordinary care
The failure to use ordinary or reasonable care
The exercise of exceptional skill
The avoidance of all risks
What does the standard of reasonable care assume about a person?
They are exceptionally skillful
They are extraordinarily cautious
They are of ordinary and reasonable prudence
They are highly educated
The standard of reasonable care assumes a person must operate within the appropriate limitations of one's _.
educational background
financial status
physical strength
social connections
What is a tort?
A civil wrong that causes a claimant to suffer loss or harm
A type of cake
A legal document
A type of dance
Which of the following is an example of an Act of Omission (Nonfeasance)?
Performing surgery without a license
Failing to refer a seriously injured athlete
Stealing property
Writing a false report
What are legal wrongs committed against the person or property of another called?
Torts
Contracts
Crimes
Liabilities
(a) is a term used to describe a lawful act performed in a wrongful manner.
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
Negligence
Using common sense
Liability
Being responsible for harm to another
Standard of Reasonable Care
stay within your educational background
Act of Comission
Malfeasance
Act of Omission
Failure to perform a legal duty
What is the first requirement to establish negligence according to the lecture?
Duty of care
Breach of duty
Causation
Damages
The defendant must cause what for negligence to be established?
A breach of duty
An intentional harm
standard of care
A foreseeable risk
What type of damages must result to establish negligence?
Nominal damages
Compensatory damages
Punitive damages
Liquidated damages
A caregiver does something a reasonably prudent individual would not do. What does this mean?
It means the caregiver is acting negligently.
It means the caregiver is following standard procedures.
It means the caregiver is being overly cautious.
It means the caregiver is acting within their rights.
The duty of an ATC in providing coverage to athletes is to:
Ensure athletes have proper medical coverage during events
Provide financial advice to athletes
Manage athletes' training schedules
Coordinate travel arrangements for athletes
How does possessing a higher level of training affect an individual's competence?
It decreases competence.
It has no effect on competence.
It increases competence.
It makes competence unpredictable.
The purpose of the Good Samaritan Law is to:
Protect individuals who assist those who are injured or in danger
Punish those who fail to help in emergencies
Provide financial compensation to rescuers
Mandate medical professionals to assist in all emergencies
Does the Good Samaritan Law apply to someone who has a duty to act as dictated by the nature of his or her job?
Yes
No
How long does the statute of limitation generally range from?
One to three years
Three to five years
Five to seven years
Seven to ten years
When does the clock begin for the statute of limitation?
A. At the time of the negligent act
B. When the injury is discovered
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above
What is one way the assumption of risk can be expressed?
Through a waiver signed by the athlete or their parents
By ignoring the risks involved
By not participating in the activity
By suing the organizers.
An athlete must be made aware of which of the following according to the assumption of risk?
The potential for injury
The rules of the sport
The training schedule
The dietary requirements
How can the assumption of risk be used in legal situations?
As a defense against an athlete’s negligence suit
As a reason to cancel the event
As a way to increase participation
As a method to reduce costs.
The varied interpretations of 'Assumption of Risk', particularly with minors, can be best understood by considering which of the following factors?
The age and maturity of the minor
The type of activity involved
The presence of parental consent
All of the above
In what situations might a waiver stand in court according to the 'Assumption of Risk' principle?
When the risk is inherent to the activity
When the participant is unaware of the risks
When the waiver is signed under duress
When the risk is unforeseeable
One of the responsibilities of an Athletic Trainer regarding relationships is:
Maintaining professional boundaries
Providing medical diagnosis
Conducting fitness classes
Managing team finances
What policies should an Athletic Trainer establish?
Emergency action plans
Confidentiality
Injury prevention strategies
All of the above
An Athletic Trainer should develop which type of plan?
Nutrition Plan
Rehabilitation Plan
Emergency Action Plan
Training Plan
What records should an Athletic Trainer maintain?
Medical records and treatment logs
Financial records and budgets
Marketing and promotional materials
Event schedules and ticket sales
An Athletic Trainer's job description should detail:
Responsibilities and duties
Preferred vacation destinations
Favorite sports teams
Personal hobbies
What type of consent should an Athletic Trainer obtain?
Informed consent
Implied consent
Express consent
Written consent
One of the guidelines for maintaining professional conduct is:
Being punctual and reliable
Ignoring feedback
Procrastinating tasks
Disregarding company policies
Why is it important to exercise caution with regards to medication distribution and modality use?
To prevent misuse and ensure safety
To increase the cost of healthcare
To limit access to necessary treatments
To promote the use of alternative medicine
Ensuring safe equipment and facilities can benefit an organization by:
Reducing the risk of accidents and injuries
Increasing operational costs
Decreasing employee productivity
Limiting access to resources
What should be followed particularly when dealing with the participation of an athlete?
Safety guidelines
Nutritional plans
Training schedules
Competition rules
Purchasing liability insurance is important because:
It provides financial protection against claims.
It is a legal requirement in all countries.
It guarantees profit in business.
It eliminates all business risks.
Knowing the scope of practice entails:
Understanding the legal boundaries of professional duties
Knowing the salary range of the profession
Identifying the best practices in the industry
Learning about the history of the profession
Using common sense in a professional setting can be beneficial because it helps in:
Making informed decisions
Ignoring rules and protocols
Avoiding teamwork
Increasing stress levels
What is the duty of manufacturers of athletic equipment according to product liability?
To ensure the equipment is safe for use
To provide a lifetime warranty
To offer free replacements
To sponsor athletes
An express warranty is:
A guarantee explicitly stated by the equipment seller
An implied promise based on the nature of the transaction
A warranty that is not legally binding
A type of insurance policy
The National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) ensures:
Safety standards for athletic equipment
Training programs for athletes
Nutritional guidelines for sports
Scheduling of sports events
Why should athletic trainers not alter equipment?
It improves the equipment's performance
It invalidates the manufacturer's warranty
It enhances safety
It reduces costs
Altering equipment places liability solely on the athletic trainer. True or False?
True
False
Fill in the blank: Health Insurance is a contract between an insurance company and a policy holder in which the insurance company agrees to reimburse a portion of the total medical bill after the ______ has been paid by the policyholder.
deductible
premium
co-payment
coverage
What does general health insurance generally cover?
Medical expenses
Car repairs
Home maintenance
Grocery bills
What must schools and universities ensure for athletes regarding insurance coverage?
Adequate insurance coverage is provided
Athletes pay for their own insurance
Insurance is optional for athletes
Insurance is only for professional athletes
This type of insurance is purchase by the institutions to provide coverage for injured athletes requiring lifetime care.
Liability
Third-Party
Catastrophic
General Health
This type of insurance is funded by both the federal government and individual states for low income individuals.
General Health
Accident
Medicaid
PPO
Two types of managed care plans include:
HMO & NPI
NPI & PPO
Only HMO
HMO & PPO
