Deck 20: Ethics, Legal Considerations, and Professionalism

Question 1

Written information that reflects negatively on a person's character is called:

A) slander.
B) libel.
C) invasion of privacy.
D) malpractice.

Answer 1

libel.

Question 2

Mrs. Elizabeth Dunbar is 86 years old and a bit confused. She is most likely to respond appropriately if you address her as:

A) Betty.
B) Honey.
C) Mrs. Dunbar.
D) Elizabeth.

Answer 2

Mrs. Dunbar.

Question 3

The term "ethics" is defined as:

A) rules that apply values and moral standards to our actions.
B) right actions based upon religious teachings.
C) priorities placed upon concepts of morality.
D) legal requirements for behavior.

Answer 3

rules that apply values and moral standards to our actions.

Question 4

Which of the following practices might be characterized as slander?

A) Telling a co-worker that one of your patient's pathology was caused by unsafe sex
B) Leaving a patient exposed while processing films
C) Using restraints on a patient without a physician's order
D) Threatening to spank a pediatric patient to force cooperation

Question 5

When a qualified interpreter is used for non-English-speaking patients,the interpreter will:

A) translate only what is said by and to the patient.
B) tell the patient what is likely to happen.
C) insist that the family remain in the room for legal protection.
D) edit the conversation to save valuable time.

Question 6

An elderly patient is scheduled for an x-ray examination. After she arrives,she states that she does not want to have any x-rays and that she is going to go home. You should:

A) first, talk with the patient to clarify any misunderstandings.
B) prevent the patient from leaving while you call the physician.
C) contact the patient's daughter and ask her what to do.
D) use restraints and take the x-rays.

Question 7

Which of the following are responsibilities of a limited operator?
1) Providing the patient with considerate and respectful care
2) Providing patients with complete,accurate information regarding diagnosis
3) Keeping patient information confidential

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 2, and 3

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of appropriate assertiveness by a radiographer?

A) "Someone has got to help with this case."
B) "You take this case; I've already done my share."
C) "I hate cases like this!"
D) "Please come now. I need help with this case."

Question 9

A document that sets forth standards of correct behavior within a profession is called:

A) a code of ethics.
B) professional limited liability standard.
C) a code of morals and values.
D) a legal conduct standard.

Question 10

When family members make angry and persistent demands on the staff,this is most likely the result of:

A) lack of confidence in your ability.
B) normal frustration with the health care system.
C) the reasonable expectations of the socially elite.
D) fear over the condition of their relative.

Question 11

Which of the following are examples of appropriate self-care if demonstrated by a limited operator?
1) Working while running a fever because the schedule is full
2) Wearing an apron while ensuring patient safety during an imaging procedure
3) Using proper body mechanics when transferring a patient from a stretcher to the x-ray table

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 2, and 3

Question 12

Which of the following terms describe essential features of good charting in paper charts?
1) Accurate
2) Pertinent
3) Legible

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 2, and 3

Question 13

A graphic form in the patient's chart is used to provide longitudinal comparisons of which of the following?

A) Nurses' notes
B) Radiology reports
C) Medication records
D) Temperature, pulse, and blood pressure

Question 14

Which of the following would be a violation of patient confidentiality?

A) A limited operator discusses a patient's existing pathology with a radiographer to get assistance in setting technical factors.
B) A limited operator talks to his friend during lunch about a patient's imaging procedure.
C) A radiographer asks if a patient is pregnant before an acute abdominal series.
D) A transporter tells the limited operator that the patient complained of dizziness while riding in the wheelchair to the x-ray department.

Question 15

The omission of reasonable care or caution defines:

A) libel.
B) slander.
C) defamation of character.
D) negligence.

Question 16

When communication has been "validated," this means that the speaker has done what?

A) Spoken clearly
B) Received a response from the listener that demonstrates comprehension
C) Presented the information accurately
D) Reviewed the material

Question 17

A limited operator innocently commits an error as the result of following the orders of his or her employer,a physician. The employer may be held responsible according to which of the following?

A) ASRT code of ethics
B) Rule of professional responsibility
C) Doctrine of respondeat superior
D) Doctrine of non compos mentis

Question 18

What signed document is required for experimental procedures or those that carry substantial risk?

A) Confidentiality statement
B) Standard of ethics
C) Informed consent
D) Living will

Question 19

Which of the following are types of intentional misconduct?
1) Assault
2) Battery
3) Invasion of privacy

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 2, and 3

Question 20

Which of the following are true regarding informed consent?
1) Informed consent may be revoked at any time.
2) Patient must be legally competent to sign.
3) Patient may sign an incomplete form and the blanks may be filled in later by the physician.

A) 1 and 2 only
B) 1 and 3 only
C) 2 and 3 only
D) 1, 2, and 3

Question 21

What is the usual legal retention time for radiographs?

A) 1 to 2 years
B) 5 to 7 years
C) 10 to 15 years
D) Radiographs must be kept indefinitely.

Question 22

Which of the following is the proper method to make a correction in a paper chart?

A) Use correction fluid.
B) Use a pencil so the entries can be erased.
C) Draw a line through the entry and initial the correction.
D) Add an "N/A" (not applicable) note in the margin.