Question 1

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions.

-abandonment, failure to provide basic food, shelter, or care

Accepted Answer

Abandonment is a form of neglect where a caregiver fails to provide basic necessities such as food, shelter, or care for a dependent individual.

Answer: B 
 Physical abuse involves intentionally causing physical harm or injury to an individual.

Answer: C 
 Emotional/psychological abuse involves actions or words that cause emotional damage and undermine an individual's sense of self-worth and confidence.

Answer: D 
 Sexual abuse involves unwanted sexual contact, behavior, or activities.

Answer: E 
 Financial abuse involves using an individual's financial resources or control over their finances to exploit, manipulate, or gain power over them.

Answer: F 
 Sexual exploitation involves using an individual's sexuality or sexual activity for personal gain, often through coercion or manipulation.

Answer: G 
 Incest involves sexual activity between individuals who are closely related by blood, such as siblings, parent-child, or other close relatives.

Question 2

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-A new provider in town buys a full-page advertisement that announces how fees are determined and rendered.

Accepted Answer

This statement is ethical because it promotes transparency and informs patients about the provider's fee structure, allowing them to make informed decisions about their healthcare. This aligns with the principle of autonomy, which emphasizes the importance of informed patient consent and decision-making.

Question 3

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-Confidential information concerning a patient is provided to an insurance company without first obtaining the patient's authorization.

Accepted Answer

This violates the principle of confidentiality, which requires obtaining patient authorization before disclosing their information to a third party.

Question 4

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-A provider charges a patient for multiple or complex insurance forms.

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-A medical assistant discusses a patient's problems with the patient's provider employer.

Accepted Answer

The principle of confidentiality requires medical assistants to protect patient information and restricts them to discuss the issues only with authorized individuals authorized by law, such as the provider, the patient or the patient's legal representative. Sharing patient information with an employer without the patient’s consent is a violation of this principle.

Question 6

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-The provider is prescribing medication only from the pharmaceutical company in which he holds stock.

Accepted Answer

This is an unethical statement as it violates the principle of conflict of interest. The provider's decision to prescribe medication based on his personal financial gain rather than the patient's best interest is a breach of ethical conduct.

Question 7

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-In the provider's absence, the medical assistant suggests medication for the patient to try until the provider can be contacted.

Accepted Answer

The medical assistant is not authorized to suggest medication without the provider's approval or direction. This violates the principle of non-maleficence which assumes that healthcare providers should do no harm.

Question 8

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions.

-fondling, touching, kissing without permission, and coerced nudity

Accepted Answer

The listed behaviors all fall under the category of sexual abuse.

Answer: F
 Coerced nudity and other forms of sexual exploitation suggest that the abuser is exploiting the victim for their own sexual gratification.

Note: The other options listed are also forms of abuse, but they do not match the specific behaviors listed in this question.

Question 9

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions.

-pushing, pinching, force-feeding, and shaking.

Accepted Answer

These actions all involve physical harm or violent behavior.

Answer: F
 Force-feeding and shaking could also fit under the physical category, but they specifically target sexual exploitation.

Note: The other categories are not represented in the given actions.

Question 10

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-In an abuse case, the provider treats the "abuser" as a victim also.

Accepted Answer

The principle of medical ethics of non-maleficence dictates that healthcare providers do no harm to their patients, while the principle of beneficence requires providers to act in the best interests of their patients. When treating an abuser as a victim as well, the provider can help prevent the abuser from causing harm to themselves or to others, which is in line with both principles.

Question 11

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-The medical chart and the information in it are withheld because of an unpaid bill.

Accepted Answer

Withholding medical information due to an unpaid bill goes against the principle of beneficence, as it may harm the patient's health. It also violates the principle of autonomy, as the patient has a right to access their own medical information.

Question 12

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions.

-sexual activity between family members

Accepted Answer

Incest refers to sexual activity between family members, which matches the provided definition.

Question 13

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-A provider decides to discontinue her services to a patient.She informs the patient with an official notice to withdraw from the case.

Accepted Answer

It is ethical for a healthcare provider to discontinue services to a patient as long as they provide an official notice and a valid reason for withdrawal. This decision should not jeopardize the health or well-being of the patient, and the provider should make sure there is continuity of care for the patient.

Question 14

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-In the course of a physical examination, a provider discovers that his patient has a sexually transmitted disease, and he reports this information to the State Board of Health.

Accepted Answer

This action is ethical as it is mandated by the law to report communicable diseases to the State Board of Health. It is important for public health and safety.

Question 15

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-At the last moment before surgery, a provider enlists another surgeon to operate without the patient' s knowledge and consent.

Accepted Answer

This statement violates the principle of informed consent, which states that patients have the right to be fully informed about their treatment and make their own decisions about their care. Enlisting another surgeon without the patient's knowledge and consent is a clear violation of this principle and therefore unethical.

Question 16

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-A provider consults with another provider regarding the patient's condition without the patient's knowledge.

Accepted Answer

This action is a violation of the patient's right to privacy and confidentiality, which is a principle of medical ethics. Providers should seek the patient's informed consent before disclosing any information about their condition to other providers.

Question 17

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-A provider exposes dishonest conduct rendered by his colleague to the disciplinary board.

Accepted Answer

This is ethical behavior as it upholds the principle of justice and honesty, as well as promoting patient safety. Providers have an ethical obligation to report their colleagues' misconduct to the appropriate authorities.

Question 18

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions.

-exploitation of elders' resources

Accepted Answer

Exploitation of elders' financial resources refers to the misuse or theft of an elderly person's money, property or assets, often by a family member or caregiver.

Answer: A
 Neglect refers to the failure of a caregiver to provide basic needs or to protect an elderly person from harm.

Answer: B
 Physical abuse involves the use of force or violence to cause injury or pain to an elderly person.

Answer: C
 Emotional/psychological abuse involves the use of threats, intimidation, or verbal aggression to control or demean an elderly person.

Answer: F
 Sexual exploitation includes any sexual activity with an elderly person without their consent, or any sexual activity with an elderly person who is unable to give consent due to cognitive or other impairments.

Answer: D
 Sexual abuse refers to any unwanted sexual contact or activity, including rape or sexual assault, of an elderly person.

Answer: G
 Incest refers to sexual activity between family members who are related by blood or marriage. It may also fall under the categories of sexual exploitation or sexual abuse.

Question 19

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-Dr.Allen returns a portion of his fee to Dr.Bailey as compensation for a referral.

Accepted Answer

This violates the principle of professionalism and conflicts of interest. Referral should be made based on the best interest of the patient, not financial gain for the physician.

Question 20

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics.

-The patient requests her provider to inform her of the nature and purpose of her treatment.The provider refuses, telling the patient it's best to leave the decision for the treatment option to the provider.

Accepted Answer

This statement is unethical as it goes against the principle of respect for patient autonomy, which requires providers to inform patients about their treatment options and allow them to make decisions about their own care. The provider in this statement is not respecting the patient's autonomy and is instead acting paternalistically, which is unethical.

Quiz 7: Ethical Considerations

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions. -abandonment, failure to provide basic food, shelter, or care

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -A new provider in town buys a full-page advertisement that announces how fees are determined and rendered.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -Confidential information concerning a patient is provided to an insurance company without first obtaining the patient's authorization.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -A provider charges a patient for multiple or complex insurance forms.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -A medical assistant discusses a patient's problems with the patient's provider employer.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -The provider is prescribing medication only from the pharmaceutical company in which he holds stock.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -In the provider's absence, the medical assistant suggests medication for the patient to try until the provider can be contacted.

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions. -fondling, touching, kissing without permission, and coerced nudity

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions. -pushing, pinching, force-feeding, and shaking.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -In an abuse case, the provider treats the "abuser" as a victim also.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -The medical chart and the information in it are withheld because of an unpaid bill.

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions. -sexual activity between family members

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -A provider decides to discontinue her services to a patient.She informs the patient with an official notice to withdraw from the case.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -In the course of a physical examination, a provider discovers that his patient has a sexually transmitted disease, and he reports this information to the State Board of Health.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -At the last moment before surgery, a provider enlists another surgeon to operate without the patient' s knowledge and consent.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -A provider consults with another provider regarding the patient's condition without the patient's knowledge.

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -A provider exposes dishonest conduct rendered by his colleague to the disciplinary board.

Match the forms of abuse to the following definitions. -exploitation of elders' resources

Identify each of the following statements as ethical or unethical.Base your answers on the principles of medical ethics. -Dr.Allen returns a portion of his fee to Dr.Bailey as compensation for a referral.