#1
Which of the following is an example of unethical behavior in professional online presence for healthcare workers?
Sharing patient information on social media without consent
Engaging in professional networking on LinkedIn
Discussing general healthcare topics on a personal blog
Participating in online medical forums
#2
What is a primary reason for healthcare workers to maintain a professional online presence?
To share personal opinions freely
To promote products or services
To build trust with patients and colleagues
To gain popularity on social media
#3
Which of the following is an example of appropriate professional conduct for healthcare workers on social media?
Sharing identifiable patient information
Posting derogatory comments about colleagues
Discussing general health topics without expertise
Engaging in respectful dialogue with patients
#4
What is the potential impact of a healthcare worker's online behavior on patient trust?
No impact
Positive impact
Negative impact
Indeterminate impact
#5
Why is it important for healthcare workers to be mindful of their social media presence?
Because it helps them gain popularity
Because it can impact their professional reputation
Because it is required by law
Because it allows them to share confidential patient information
#6
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for healthcare workers on social media?
Engaging in respectful discussions
Posting provocative or inappropriate content
Sharing evidence-based health information
Maintaining patient confidentiality
#7
What is the potential consequence of healthcare workers violating patient confidentiality online?
Increased trust from patients
Legal consequences and loss of reputation
Improved communication with colleagues
Promotion opportunities
#8
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of unprofessional behavior online for healthcare workers?
Legal action
Damage to professional reputation
Increased patient trust
Job loss
#9
When sharing professional content online, healthcare workers should:
Avoid disclosing conflicts of interest
Use patient information without consent
Provide medical advice to individuals without proper assessment
Respect patient privacy and confidentiality
#10
Which of the following statements best describes the concept of digital footprint?
The physical location of internet servers
An individual's online presence and activities
The speed of internet connections
A measure of website popularity
#11
What measures can healthcare workers take to protect patient confidentiality online?
Sharing patient stories without names
Using encryption for all online communications
Posting photos of patients with consent
Avoiding discussing patient cases altogether
#12
What is the primary purpose of the code of ethics for healthcare professionals in the context of online presence?
To restrict freedom of expression
To ensure compliance with social media policies
To guide ethical behavior and decision-making
To promote self-promotion
#13
Which of the following actions demonstrates a healthcare worker's commitment to professional integrity online?
Posting negative reviews of other healthcare facilities
Sharing confidential patient records
Engaging in continuous education and professional development
Accepting bribes from pharmaceutical companies
#14
Which of the following actions violates patient privacy and confidentiality online?
Posting a patient's medical history without their consent
Engaging in online discussions about general healthcare topics
Sharing a link to a reputable medical journal article
Sharing a photo of a patient's treatment facility without identifying information
#15
In the context of professional online presence, what does HIPAA stand for?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Healthcare Information Privacy and Protection Act
Health Information Protection and Privacy Act
Healthcare Internet Privacy and Access Act
#16
Which of the following is NOT a guideline for maintaining a professional online presence as a healthcare worker?
Regularly updating privacy settings
Engaging in online debates about controversial medical topics
Being transparent about conflicts of interest
Respecting patient privacy and confidentiality
#17
What should healthcare workers do if they encounter unprofessional behavior by colleagues online?
Ignore it and continue their own professional behavior
Engage in online arguments to correct them
Report it through appropriate channels
Participate in the behavior to fit in
#18
Why is it important for healthcare workers to maintain professionalism in their online interactions?
To gain more followers on social media
To establish credibility and trust
To increase advertising revenue
To compete with colleagues
#19
Which of the following is a potential benefit of maintaining a professional online presence for healthcare workers?
Increased privacy concerns
Better patient education and communication
Decreased job opportunities
Less professional scrutiny