#1
What does the principle of beneficence entail in healthcare ethics?
Acting in the best interest of the patient
Respecting patient autonomy
Maintaining honesty and integrity
Treating all patients equally
#2
What does the acronym FICA stand for in the context of healthcare ethics?
Federal Insurance Contributions Act
Fair and Impartial Care Act
Federal Informed Consent Agreement
Fundamental Information Confidentiality Agreement
#3
What ethical concept is exemplified by the principle 'do no harm'?
Justice
Nonmaleficence
Beneficence
Veracity
#4
What does the acronym EMTALA stand for in healthcare law?
Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act
Ethical Management of Treatment and Legal Affairs
Emergency Medical Transportation and Access Act
Ethical Management of Treatment and Liability Agreement
#5
What ethical principle emphasizes the importance of truthfulness and honesty in healthcare communication?
Justice
Fidelity
Nonmaleficence
Veracity
#6
What ethical principle requires healthcare professionals to maintain confidentiality?
Justice
Fidelity
Nonmaleficence
Veracity
#7
Which of the following is an example of a breach of patient confidentiality?
Sharing patient information with family members with patient consent
Discussing patient cases with colleagues in a closed office
Posting about a patient case on social media without patient consent
Emailing patient information to a colleague within the same hospital network
#8
In the context of informed consent, what does voluntariness mean?
The patient is aware of the potential risks and benefits of treatment
The patient freely agrees to the proposed treatment without coercion
The patient is of sound mind and capable of understanding the information provided
The patient has the right to refuse treatment even after giving consent initially
#9
What is the principle of justice in healthcare ethics concerned with?
Ensuring fair distribution of healthcare resources
Respecting patient confidentiality
Promoting honesty and integrity among healthcare professionals
Providing optimal care to patients
#10
What is the primary purpose of the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics?
To outline legal regulations for nursing practice
To promote ethical standards and guide nursing practice
To provide financial assistance to nursing students
To certify nurses for specialized practice areas
#11
What is the role of the healthcare proxy in healthcare decision-making?
To provide medical treatment to patients
To make healthcare decisions for individuals who are unable to do so
To represent healthcare professionals in legal matters
To enforce hospital policies and regulations
#12
What is the primary purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?
To ensure fair distribution of healthcare resources
To promote ethical standards in healthcare
To protect the privacy and security of patient health information
To regulate healthcare insurance premiums
#13
Which of the following is NOT a component of the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
Ensuring the security of electronic protected health information (ePHI)
Requiring healthcare providers to obtain written consent before treatment
Restricting the use and disclosure of patient information
Granting patients rights over their health information
#14
What ethical principle is violated when a healthcare professional withholds information from a patient?
Justice
Fidelity
Nonmaleficence
Veracity
#15
Which of the following is an example of a conflict of interest in healthcare?
A physician prescribing medication based on patient symptoms
A researcher conducting a clinical trial without disclosing financial ties to the drug company
A nurse providing emotional support to a patient's family
A hospital administrator implementing cost-cutting measures to improve efficiency
#16
Which of the following is an example of a violation of the principle of autonomy?
Respecting a patient's right to refuse treatment
Seeking informed consent before a medical procedure
Forcing a patient to undergo treatment against their will
Providing honest and accurate information to patients
#17
Which of the following is NOT a key component of cultural competence in healthcare?
Understanding and respecting cultural differences
Providing care that is sensitive to patients' cultural beliefs and practices
Assuming that all patients from a particular cultural group have the same preferences
Communicating effectively with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds
#18
What ethical principle is violated when a healthcare provider discriminates against a patient based on their race or ethnicity?
Justice
Fidelity
Nonmaleficence
Autonomy