Question 1

A medical practice model that is authorized by state law to act as a single entity is a ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   partnership.
B)   group practice.
C)   professional corporation.
D)   sole proprietorship.
E)   clinic.F) C) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 2

A crime that is punishable by a fine or imprisonment in a facility other than a federal prison for 1 year or less is known as a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A crime that is punishable by a...

Question 3

Mrs. Higgins is in the office because of a severe sinus infection, and the licensed provider orders an antibiotic injection. Jerome, the medical assistant, prepares the injection, but when Mrs. Higgins sees the needle, she exclaims, "No! You are not going to stick me with that needle!" Jerome replies soothingly, "It's for your own good, Mrs. Higgins" and proceeds to give the shot. What is Jerome guilty of in this situation?

Accepted Answer

A)   Battery
B)   Fraud
C)   Invasion of privacy
D)   Assault
E)   False imprisonmentF) A) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of an implied contract?

Accepted Answer

A)   Employment contract
B)   Housekeeping/maintenance contract
C)   Lease agreement
D)   Making a medical appointment
E)   Partnership agreementF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 5

For two parties to enter into an agreement, or contract, both must be capable of understanding the terms and conditions. This is referred to as ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   consideration
B)   agreement
C)   expressed contract
D)   contractual capacity
E)   implied contractF) A) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 6

Malpractice lawsuits are part of ____ law.

Accepted Answer

A)   civil
B)   statutory
C)   common
D)   administrative
E)   criminalF) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 7

It was discovered in the recovery room that the surgeon removed the left lung of a lung cancer patient scheduled to have the right lung removed. This is an example of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   Subpoena duces tecum
B)   An accident
C)   Res ipsa loquitur
D)   Battery
E)   AssaultF) D) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 8

Which of the following is a professional organization that defines ethical behavior for physicians in the Code of Medical Ethics: Current Opinions with Annotations?

Accepted Answer

A)   AMA
B)   AHA
C)   AAMA
D)   AMT
E)   TJCF) D) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 9

Kelley has been diagnosed with HIV, and has agreed to allow you to inform her current and former partners. The first few calls go well, but when you call Paul, he demands to know who is spreading ugly rumors about him. Which of the following is an appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

A)   "Her name is Kelley Iverson."
B)   "I'm sorry, that information is strictly confidential."
C)   "If you refuse to be tested, you will probably die of AIDS."
D)   "I can't tell you her last name, but her first name is Kelley."
E)   "If you think this is only a rumor, then no action is needed."F) B) and C)
G) None of the above

Question 10

An unlawful act or misconduct is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   nonfeasance
B)   misfeasance
C)   malfeasance
D)   res ipsa loquitur
E)   respondeat superiorF) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 11

If Mr. Harris rolls up his sleeve when you tell him you would like to take his blood pressure, he is giving implied ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If Mr. Harris rolls up his sleeve...

Question 12

An example of a situation in which the patient automatically gives up the right to confidentiality is when a patient ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   sues a physician
B)   is admitted to the hospital
C)   has a terminal illness
D)   chooses another physician
E)   agrees to e-billingF) B) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 13

You are given an employment contract as a medical assistant beginning employment at a new facility. You note that the contract has no provisions for grievance procedures or termination procedures but contains all other information required for a contract to be binding. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

A)   Sign the agreement
B)   Request that these two issues be added to the contract before signing
C)   Look for another place of employment
D)   Demand that these be added to the contract or you will report the employer to the EEOC
E)   Write in the missing provisions and then sign the agreementF) C) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 14

You overhear a coworker talking with your supervisor about a person who is being interviewed for employment. Your coworker says, "Are you sure you want to hire her? I know her slightly, and it seems she has a new boyfriend every week. I wouldn't be surprised if she has AIDS." Your coworker is guilty of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   assault
B)   slander
C)   fraud
D)   invasion of privacy
E)   libelF) A) and E)
G) All of the above B

Question 15

____ are formed through the influence of the family, culture, and society, and serve as a basis for ethical conduct.

Accepted Answer

A)   Ethics
B)   Responsibilities
C)   Rules of conduct
D)   Moral values
E)   LawsF) A) and B)
G) A) and C) D

Question 16

The Healthcare Quality Improvement Act of 1986 requires professional ________ review in an effort to improve medical care.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Which of the following is the appropriate way for the medical assistant working in a physician's office to leave a message for patients at their place of employment?

Accepted Answer

A)   Leave the medical assistant's name and phone number only
B)   Leave the physician's name and phone number only
C)   Leave a message with phone numbers for both the medical assistant and the physician
D)   Leave a detailed message so the patient does not need to return the call
E)   Leave a message that the patient's doctor's office is callingF) B) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 18

In order to provide ________ consent, a patient must receive all information relative to his or her condition and be able to make a decision about consent based on that knowledge.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In order to provide ________ consent, a...

Question 19

A physician reports a case of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)  to the state. This is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   negligence
B)   breach of contract
C)   the physician's public duty
D)   lack of confidentiality
E)   invasion of privacyF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 20

The four Cs of medical malpractice prevention include all of the following except _______.

Accepted Answer

A)   care
B)   communication
C)   competence
D)   concise
E)   chartingF) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Exam 5: Legal and Ethical Issues

A medical practice model that is authorized by state law to act as a single entity is a ____.

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A crime that is punishable by a fine or imprisonment in a facility other than a federal prison for 1 year or less is known as a(n) ________.

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Which of the following is an example of an implied contract?

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For two parties to enter into an agreement, or contract, both must be capable of understanding the terms and conditions. This is referred to as ____.

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Malpractice lawsuits are part of ____ law.

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It was discovered in the recovery room that the surgeon removed the left lung of a lung cancer patient scheduled to have the right lung removed. This is an example of which of the following?

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Which of the following is a professional organization that defines ethical behavior for physicians in the Code of Medical Ethics: Current Opinions with Annotations?

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Kelley has been diagnosed with HIV, and has agreed to allow you to inform her current and former partners. The first few calls go well, but when you call Paul, he demands to know who is spreading ugly rumors about him. Which of the following is an appropriate response?

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An unlawful act or misconduct is ____.

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If Mr. Harris rolls up his sleeve when you tell him you would like to take his blood pressure, he is giving implied ________.

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An example of a situation in which the patient automatically gives up the right to confidentiality is when a patient ____.

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You are given an employment contract as a medical assistant beginning employment at a new facility. You note that the contract has no provisions for grievance procedures or termination procedures but contains all other information required for a contract to be binding. What should you do?

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In order to provide ________ consent, a patient must receive all information relative to his or her condition and be able to make a decision about consent based on that knowledge.

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A physician reports a case of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) to the state. This is ____.

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The four Cs of medical malpractice prevention include all of the following except _______.

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A medical practice model that is authorized by state law to act as a single entity is a ____.

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A crime that is punishable by a fine or imprisonment in a facility other than a federal prison for 1 year or less is known as a(n) ________.

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Which of the following is an example of an implied contract?

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Malpractice lawsuits are part of ____ law.

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It was discovered in the recovery room that the surgeon removed the left lung of a lung cancer patient scheduled to have the right lung removed. This is an example of which of the following?

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Which of the following is a professional organization that defines ethical behavior for physicians in the Code of Medical Ethics: Current Opinions with Annotations?

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Kelley has been diagnosed with HIV, and has agreed to allow you to inform her current and former partners. The first few calls go well, but when you call Paul, he demands to know who is spreading ugly rumors about him. Which of the following is an appropriate response?

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An unlawful act or misconduct is ____.

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If Mr. Harris rolls up his sleeve when you tell him you would like to take his blood pressure, he is giving implied ________.

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You are given an employment contract as a medical assistant beginning employment at a new facility. You note that the contract has no provisions for grievance procedures or termination procedures but contains all other information required for a contract to be binding. What should you do?

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A physician reports a case of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) to the state. This is ____.

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The four Cs of medical malpractice prevention include all of the following except _______.

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