Recognizing and Addressing Various Forms of Abuse in Healthcare Settings Quiz

Physical abuse includes actions that cause harm or injury, such as improper medication administration.

A 'Code of Ethics' in healthcare provides guidelines to professionals for making ethical decisions in their practice.

A 'Patient Advocate' in healthcare primarily represents and protects the rights of patients.

Abandonment in healthcare refers to the act of intentionally leaving a patient alone in an unsafe situation.

HIPAA, or Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, protects the confidentiality of patient records and information.

The 'Patient Bill of Rights' aims to guarantee quality healthcare and protect patients' rights.

'HIPAA' stands for Health Information Portability and Accountability Act, ensuring privacy and security of health information.

Sexual abuse involves intentional and unwanted touching of a patient without their consent, violating personal boundaries.

A mandated reporter in healthcare is responsible for reporting suspected cases of abuse or neglect.

Fraud in healthcare refers to the intentional and deceptive misrepresentation of facts that may harm a patient.

Financial abuse in healthcare involves the misuse of power for personal gain, often related to financial matters.

A healthcare ombudsman advocates for patients' rights and addresses their concerns in the healthcare system.

'ADL' stands for Activities of Daily Living, which are essential self-care tasks, often used to assess elder abuse.

CMS, or Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, is responsible for accrediting healthcare facilities in the United States.

The FBI, or Federal Bureau of Investigation, investigates and enforces laws related to healthcare fraud and abuse.