Question 1

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 Privacy Act and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) are the two federal acts that contribute to privacy of health care information in Canada. The Privacy Act applies to the federal public sector, while PIPEDA applies to the private sector. Together, these acts establish rules for how personal information, including health care information, can be collected, used, and disclosed while ensuring individuals' privacy rights.

Question 2

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

Question 3

What is proxy consent?&#10;A) Consent given by a person authorized by a health care client to give consent on his or her behalf&#10;B) Consent between two physicians to give treatment when no one is available to give consent&#10;C) Consent given by someone who is not deemed competent&#10;D) Consent given orally, rather than in written form

Accepted Answer

Proxy consent is consent given by a person authorized by a health care client to give consent on his or her behalf. This type of consent is often used when the client is unable to give consent due to illness, injury, or other factors. The person authorized to give consent is usually a family member or other trusted individual.

Question 4

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 5

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

Accepted Answer

Hospital maintenance falls under the jurisdiction of provincial or territorial governments in Canada. They are responsible for the management and funding of hospitals and other healthcare facilities within their regions.

Question 6

Which of the following effects on health care is a result of federal legislation?&#10;A) The permission to use illegal drugs&#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

The answer of Which of the following effects on health...

Question 7

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, regardless of whether it was intentional or not, the client is entitled to bring a lawsuit against the individual(s) responsible for the breach. This could include the employee(s) involved, the organization or company responsible for the breach, or both. The client may also be entitled to other remedies, such as damages or an injunction. However, the client cannot demand that the employee responsible for the breach lose their job, as that is a decision for the employer to make. In some cases, the breach of confidentiality may also need to be reported to regulatory bodies, such as in the case of healthcare information.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

The federal government in Canada has jurisdiction over drug laws, which includes the regulation of pharmaceuticals, narcotics, and other controlled substances. This is part of its responsibility for public health and safety. The administration of health insurance plans, designation of hospital services, and other aspects of healthcare delivery are primarily under provincial or territorial jurisdiction.

Question 9

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.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Under the Canada Health Act, is access...

Question 10

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 gives employees the right to be aware of potential safety and health hazards in their work environment. This helps to ensure that employers take the necessary steps to create a safe work environment and prevent accidents and injuries. The other options mentioned (A, C, and D) are not effects of the OHS Act.

Deck 4: The Law and Health Care