Question | Answer |
The principal reason for requesting feedback when communicating with patients is to determine whether they ? | C. Understand what is being said |
The principal message you will give an American patient if you avoid eye contact while communicating is that you ? | D. Are not telling the truth |
Which statement is false with regard to the interpretation of gestures and body language that you may encounter a mind the patients in a medical setting? | A. They are less significant then verbal communication |
The stage in Maslows Hiearchy of needs in which we maximize our potential is ? | A. Self-Actualization |
A legal instrument that authorizes a person to act as the agent of the grantor is called a ? | A. Power of attorney |
An informed consent form must address which of the following ? | D. All of the above |
Criminal law governs violations of the law that are punishable as offenses against | B. The state or government |
Local governments create and enact? | C. Ordinances |
A major crime, such as rape, murder, or burglary is classified as a(n)? | A. Felony |
Medical liability cases can stem from ? | All of the above |
Which of the following is not a requirement for a valid, legal contract? | B. The contract must be in writing |
Generally, a subpoena duces tecum should be filed no less than _____ days before a trial ? | C. 15 |
The performance of an act that is wholly wrongful and unlawful is called ? | A. Malfeasance |
Negligence must be | B. Proven |
Which of the following elements is necessary for informed consent ? | D. All of the above |
The most sacred trust that patients place in physicians and their staff members is ? | C. Confidentiality |
Public medical facilities must allow individuals with disabilities to easily and safely? | D. All of the above |
To withdraw protection or support or to discontinue medical care without proper notice is called ? | B. Abandonment |
The person bringing a case or legal action to court of the ? | C. Plaintiff |
Presumed consent is also called ______ consent? | C. Implied |
A solemn declaration usually made orally by a witness under oath is called ? | B. Testimony |
Which of the following is not a type of civil law ? | A. Misdemeanor |
Medical assistants gathering payment information before an appointment is scheduled is an example of ? | A. Contract law |