Question 1

According to Physician's Weekly, which of the following medical specialties is most likely to be sued?

Accepted Answer

A)  general surgery 
B)  internal medicine 
C)  ob/gyn 
D)  orthopedics 
E)  oncology 
A)  general surgery 
B)  internal medicine 
C)  ob/gyn 
D)  orthopedics 
E)  oncology

Question 2

A medical assistant takes universal precautions while drawing blood for analysis. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  standard of care 
B)  reasonable person care 
C)  reasonable person standard 
D)  duty of care 
E)  performance standard 
A)  standard of care 
B)  reasonable person care 
C)  reasonable person standard 
D)  duty of care 
E)  performance standard

Question 3

If a patient is injured because a health care professional failed to exercise the care and expertise that under the circumstances could reasonably be expected of a professional with similar experience and training, then that professional may be liable for

Accepted Answer

A)  standard of care. 
B)  fraud. 
C)  reasonable person standard. 
D)  duty of care. 
E)  negligence. 
A)  standard of care. 
B)  fraud. 
C)  reasonable person standard. 
D)  duty of care. 
E)  negligence.

Question 4

Alternative dispute resolution has become increasing popular over the years. What is the reason for this increase?

Accepted Answer

A)  shortage of attorneys to represent clients 
B)  ease of proceedings 
C)  better overall results 
D)  overcrowding of court calendars 
E)  shortage of court rooms to hold trials 
A)  shortage of attorneys to represent clients 
B)  ease of proceedings 
C)  better overall results 
D)  overcrowding of court calendars 
E)  shortage of court rooms to hold trials

Question 5

A patient's mammogram is reviewed and the radiologist reports a normal exam. Six months later, the patient finds a lump in her breast. The patient has a lumpectomy and makes a full recovery. It was determined that the mass was present and visible in the original mammogram. The patient sued claiming mental anguish. What type of damages might she be awarded?

Accepted Answer

A)  general compensatory 
B)  consequential 
C)  special compensatory 
D)  punitive 
E)  nominal 
A)  general compensatory 
B)  consequential 
C)  special compensatory 
D)  punitive 
E)  nominal

Question 6

A physician working in an emergency room is obligated to treat all the patients who come through the door. This is an example of which of the following concepts?

Accepted Answer

A)  standard of care 
B)  duty of care 
C)  reasonable person standard 
D)  reasonable person care 
E)  performance standard 
A)  standard of care 
B)  duty of care 
C)  reasonable person standard 
D)  reasonable person care 
E)  performance standard

Question 7

A physician is a specialist in obstetrics. Which of the following is true regarding the standard of care expected of this physician?

Accepted Answer

A)  The physician will be held to the same standard of care as a general practitioner. 
B)  The physician will be held to the same standard of care as other obstetricians. 
C)  The physician will be held to a lower standard of care than a gynecologist. 
D)  The physician will be held to the same standard as a gynecologist. 
E)  The physician will be held to a standard of care only for direct patient contact. 
A)  The physician will be held to the same standard of care as a general practitioner. 
B)  The physician will be held to the same standard of care as other obstetricians. 
C)  The physician will be held to a lower standard of care than a gynecologist. 
D)  The physician will be held to the same standard as a gynecologist. 
E)  The physician will be held to a standard of care only for direct patient contact.

Question 8

The failure to act when one should is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  malfeasance 
B)  nonfeasance 
C)  damages 
D)  dereliction 
E)  misfeasance 
A)  malfeasance 
B)  nonfeasance 
C)  damages 
D)  dereliction 
E)  misfeasance

Question 9

Those damages awarded by the court to punish the defendant are called:

Accepted Answer

A)  general compensatory 
B)  consequential 
C)  special compensatory 
D)  punitive 
E)  nominal 
A)  general compensatory 
B)  consequential 
C)  special compensatory 
D)  punitive 
E)  nominal

Question 10

In an informal proceeding of arbitration, each side presents evidence and witnesses. In the dispute resolution method referred to as med-arb, who resolves the dispute if the two parties are unable to reach an agreement after mediation?

Accepted Answer

A)  the mediator 
B)  the jury 
C)  the judge 
D)  the court 
E)  arbitrator 
A)  the mediator 
B)  the jury 
C)  the judge 
D)  the court 
E)  arbitrator

Question 11

A patient was harmed when the oxygen tank she was using exploded. When filing a lawsuit, what type of damages might this patient be awarded?

Accepted Answer

A)  general compensatory 
B)  consequential 
C)  special compensatory 
D)  punitive 
E)  nominal 
A)  general compensatory 
B)  consequential 
C)  special compensatory 
D)  punitive 
E)  nominal

According to Physician's Weekly, which of the following medical specialties is most likely to be sued?

A medical assistant takes universal precautions while drawing blood for analysis. This is an example of:

If a patient is injured because a health care professional failed to exercise the care and expertise that under the circumstances could reasonably be expected of a professional with similar experience and training, then that professional may be liable for

Alternative dispute resolution has become increasing popular over the years. What is the reason for this increase?

A physician working in an emergency room is obligated to treat all the patients who come through the door. This is an example of which of the following concepts?

A physician is a specialist in obstetrics. Which of the following is true regarding the standard of care expected of this physician?

The failure to act when one should is called:

Those damages awarded by the court to punish the defendant are called:

In an informal proceeding of arbitration, each side presents evidence and witnesses. In the dispute resolution method referred to as med-arb, who resolves the dispute if the two parties are unable to reach an agreement after mediation?

A patient was harmed when the oxygen tank she was using exploded. When filing a lawsuit, what type of damages might this patient be awarded?

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Making Ethical Decisions

Working in Health Care

Law the Courts and Contracts

Defenses to Liability Suits

Medical Records and Informed Consent

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Exam 5: Professional Liability and Medical Malpractice

According to Physician's Weekly, which of the following medical specialties is most likely to be sued?

A medical assistant takes universal precautions while drawing blood for analysis. This is an example of:

If a patient is injured because a health care professional failed to exercise the care and expertise that under the circumstances could reasonably be expected of a professional with similar experience and training, then that professional may be liable for

Alternative dispute resolution has become increasing popular over the years. What is the reason for this increase?

A physician working in an emergency room is obligated to treat all the patients who come through the door. This is an example of which of the following concepts?

A physician is a specialist in obstetrics. Which of the following is true regarding the standard of care expected of this physician?

The failure to act when one should is called:

Those damages awarded by the court to punish the defendant are called:

In an informal proceeding of arbitration, each side presents evidence and witnesses. In the dispute resolution method referred to as med-arb, who resolves the dispute if the two parties are unable to reach an agreement after mediation?

A patient was harmed when the oxygen tank she was using exploded. When filing a lawsuit, what type of damages might this patient be awarded?

Introduction to Law and Ethics

Making Ethical Decisions

Working in Health Care

Law the Courts and Contracts

Defenses to Liability Suits

Medical Records and Informed Consent

Privacy, Security, and Fraud

Physicians Public Duties and Responsibilities

Workplace Legalities

The Beginning of Life and Childhood

Death and Dying

Health Care Trends and Forecasts

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