#1
In mental health care, what does the term 'confidentiality' refer to?
Keeping patient information private and not disclosing it without consent
ExplanationProtecting patient information from unauthorized disclosure.
#2
What is the primary purpose of an advance directive in mental health care?
To provide guidance on how a patient wishes to be treated in the event they cannot communicate their preferences
ExplanationOutlining treatment preferences for situations where the patient can't communicate them.
#3
What is the primary role of a mental health advocate?
To represent and support the rights of individuals with mental health conditions
ExplanationAdvocating for the rights of individuals with mental health conditions.
#4
What does the principle of 'informed consent' entail in mental health care?
Ensuring patients are informed about the potential risks and benefits of treatment before consenting to it
ExplanationInforming patients about treatment risks and benefits before obtaining consent.
#5
What does the principle of 'non-maleficence' in mental health care entail?
Avoiding harm to the patient
ExplanationCommitment to preventing harm to the patient.
#6
What does 'competence' refer to in the context of mental health care?
The legal capacity of an individual to make decisions about their treatment
ExplanationLegal capacity for individuals to decide on their treatment.
#7
Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of acting in the best interest of the patient?
Beneficence
ExplanationPrioritizing actions that benefit the well-being of the patient.
#8
What does the term 'duty to warn' refer to in mental health care?
The responsibility to inform authorities about potential harm a patient may inflict on themselves or others
ExplanationObligation to alert authorities to potential harm by a patient.
#9
What is the primary purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in mental health care?
To protect the privacy and security of patients' health information
ExplanationSafeguarding privacy and security of patients' health data.
#10
Which of the following is an example of an ethical dilemma in mental health care?
Choosing between prescribing medication or therapy for a patient
ExplanationFacing a moral choice in treatment options for a patient.
#11
Which legal concept allows individuals to make their own decisions about their medical care, including mental health treatment?
Informed consent
ExplanationGranting individuals the right to decide on their medical care.
#12
What is the Tarasoff duty?
The requirement to inform authorities about potential harm a patient may inflict on others
ExplanationMandate to report potential harm from a patient to others.
#13
Which legal doctrine allows a patient to be involuntarily admitted to a mental health facility for treatment if they pose a danger to themselves or others?
Civil commitment
ExplanationEnabling involuntary admission for those posing harm to self or others.