Question 1

Name one effect of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act on the work environment.&#10;A)Employees have the right to overtime pay.&#10;B)Employees have the right to be aware of potential safety and health hazards.&#10;C)Employees have the right to refuse to wear protective equipment.&#10;D)Employees have the right to flexible working hours.

Accepted Answer

The Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act grants employees the right to be aware of potential safety and health hazards in the workplace. This allows employees to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and their coworkers from harm.

Question 2

What can a client do if he or she discovers a breach of confidentiality, regardless of whether the breach was intentional?&#10;A)The client has no recourse if he or she discovers a breach of confidentiality.&#10;B)The client can only bring a lawsuit if the breach was intentional.&#10;C)The client can demand that the employee responsible for the breach lose his or her job.&#10;D)The client can bring a lawsuit against the individual responsible.

Accepted Answer

If a client discovers a breach of confidentiality, they can bring a lawsuit against the individual responsible, regardless of whether the breach was intentional or unintentional. The client may also choose to report the incident to any relevant regulatory bodies or licensing boards. Depending on the severity of the breach, the organization may also face fines or other penalties. However, demanding that the employee responsible lose their job may not be a feasible option, as the organization holds ultimate responsibility for safeguarding client confidentiality.

Question 3

Which of the following laws protects an individual who helps someone in distress and something goes wrong?&#10;A)Contract&#10;B)Whistleblower&#10;C)Good Samaritan&#10;D)Fiduciary

Accepted Answer

The Good Samaritan law protects individuals who help someone in distress and something goes wrong, as long as they acted in good faith and without expectation of compensation. The other options do not apply in this scenario.

Question 4

What term is used to describe a member of an organization who reports misconduct so that corrective action can be taken?&#10;A)Good Samaritan&#10;B)Notifier&#10;C)Informant&#10;D)Whistleblower

Accepted Answer

A whistleblower is someone who reports misconduct or illegal activities within an organization so that corrective action can be taken. They are protected under several laws to prevent retaliation from the organization. Good Samaritan is a person who voluntarily helps others in distress. Notifier and informant are more general terms for someone who provides information, but they do not necessarily imply reporting misconduct within an organization.

Question 5

Which two federal acts contribute to privacy of health care information?&#10;A)The Privacy Act and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms&#10;B)The Privacy Act and the Canada Health Act&#10;C)The Privacy Act and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act&#10;D)The Privacy Act and the Personal Information Protection Act

Accepted Answer

The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and the Privacy Act are the two federal acts that contribute to the privacy of healthcare information in Canada. PIPEDA regulates how private sector organizations collect, use and disclose personal information in the course of commercial activities, including healthcare. The Privacy Act, on the other hand, governs how federal government institutions handle personal information. Together, these two acts provide a comprehensive framework for protecting the privacy of healthcare information in Canada.

Question 6

Which of the following is a challenge regarding electronic health information?&#10;A)Confidentiality&#10;B)Portability&#10;C)Accessibility&#10;D)Continuity of care

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality is a major challenge with electronic health information as it involves protecting patient data from unauthorized access and breaches.

Question 7

Which of the following is impacted by federal legislation?&#10;A)The advertising of cannabis products&#10;B)The standardization of nurse-to-patient ratios&#10;C)The implementation of drug insurance plans&#10;D)The regulation of nurse education

Accepted Answer

Federal legislation impacts the advertising of cannabis products due to its classification and regulation at the national level, affecting how it can be marketed and sold.

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of an intentional tort?&#10;A)A respiratory therapist mistakenly uses the wrong drug when giving an inhalation treatment to a child.&#10;B)A nurse forgets to put up the side rail of a bed.&#10;C)A physiotherapist misjudges a patient's ability to ambulate, resulting in a fall the first time the patient tries to get up independently.&#10;D)A health care aide proven to have treated a patient roughly, resulting in injury to the patient.

Accepted Answer

Intentional torts are actions that are deliberately performed with the intent to harm. In this example, the health care aide deliberately treated the patient roughly, resulting in injury, which would be considered an intentional tort. The other options are examples of negligence or mistakes, which would not be considered intentional torts.

Question 9

What group do unions represent and advocate for?&#10;A)Patients&#10;B)Employers&#10;C)Workers&#10;D)Power of attorneys

Accepted Answer

Unions represent and advocate for workers, typically in industries such as manufacturing, construction, and transportation. They negotiate on behalf of workers for better wages, benefits, and working conditions, and may engage in collective bargaining with employers.

Question 10

What specific age defines a minor in Canada when it comes to providing independent consent to treatment?&#10;A)Under 16 years of age.&#10;B)Under 18 years of age.&#10;C)Under 21 years of age.&#10;D)No age is specified.

Accepted Answer

In Canada, there is no specific age that defines a minor when it comes to providing independent consent to treatment. The ability to consent depends on the minor's capacity to understand the treatment and its implications, rather than their age. This is known as the "mature minor doctrine."

Question 11

Which of the following term describes laws that are made by judges in deciding cases?&#10;A)Statutory&#10;B)Common&#10;C)Civil&#10;D)Constitutional

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Question 12

Name one contentious issue related to medical assistance in dying (MAID)?&#10;A)The lethal medication must be administered by a physician.&#10;B)People with dementia can make the decision in advance.&#10;C)The person must be of sound mind.&#10;D)The lethal medication must be self-administered.

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Question 13

Over what health care area does the provincial or territorial government have legal jurisdiction?&#10;A)Workplace safety&#10;B)Drug laws&#10;C)Hospital maintenance&#10;D)Quarantine requirements

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Question 14

Abuse of which of the following drugs has led to a national crisis in Canada?&#10;A)Opioids&#10;B)Benzodiazepines&#10;C)Tranquilizers&#10;D)Cannabis

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Question 15

State a reason why Canadians cannot purchase private insurance for medically necessary procedures?&#10;A)Every province has its own rules and regulations.&#10;B)There is a fear of creating a two-tiered system.&#10;C)The cost is prohibitive.&#10;D)The Affordable Care Act covers medically necessary procedures.

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Question 16

What is the best way for an individual to give consent to be an organ donor in most jurisdictions in Canada?&#10;A)Signing a donor card if under the age of 16.&#10;B)Signing a donor card and discuss their wishes with family.&#10;C)Consent does not need to be given as it is presumed.&#10;D)Signing a donor card only.

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Question 17

Under the Canada Health Act, is access to public health care guaranteed?&#10;A)Yes, all Canadians will receive medically necessary services.&#10;B)No, the Canada Health Act is federal legislation that a province or territory could choose to ignore.&#10;C)Yes, the provinces and territories are legally bound by the Canada Health Act to provide access.&#10;D)No, access is restricted to at-risk age groups and lower income levels.

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Question 18

In Canada, over what area does the federal government have legal jurisdiction in relation to health care?&#10;A)The administration of a drug insurance plan&#10;B)Provincial or territorial health insurance plans&#10;C)Designating services available at hospitals&#10;D)Drug laws

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Question 19

What is the age requirement to be eligible for medical assistance in dying (MAID)?&#10;A)Over 18 years of age&#10;B)Over 16 years of age and deemed to be a 'mature minor'&#10;C)Over 21 years of age&#10;D)No age is specified

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Question 20

Which type of advanced directive gives the decision maker the latitude to make decisions on a situational basis?&#10;A)Proxy&#10;B)Process&#10;C)Instructional&#10;D)Informed

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Deck 8: The Law and Health Care