MOA Unit 2, Part 1

Which statement is TRUE?

• Civil law protects citizens from societal dangers

• Criminal law resolves disputes between people

• Civil law resolves disputes between people

• Criminal law does not result in punishable actions

Which scenario illustrates a healthcare worker committing a criminal act?

• Administering the wrong medication

• Failing to attend a patient appointment

• Altering medical records dishonestly

• Displaying a lack of empathy

How is a tort best defined?

• An agreement between business parties

• A societal crime

• An incident where one is harmed by another's actions or failure to act

• A failed medical operation

When is it permissible for healthcare workers to restrain patients?

• When patients are non-compliant

• When patients pose a safety risk with doctor approval

• When requested by family members

• When patients decline treatment

What defines defamation of character?

• Unintentionally revealing private details

• Stating true but embarrassing facts

• Deliberately harming someone's reputation with falsehoods

• Photographing without consent

What components are necessary to establish negligence?

• Intent to cause harm and actual damage

• A written agreement and duty breach

• Duty of care, breach, harm, and resulting injury

• Criminal intent and monetary loss

What are the elements of a contract?

• Offer, acceptance, and consideration

• Offer and consideration

• Offer and acceptance

• Acceptance and consideration

Who would not be identified as having a legal disability?

• An unconscious individual

• A mentally competent adult

• A minor under the age of 18

• An intoxicated individual

What is NOT a requirement for informed consent?

• A clear explanation of the procedure

• Approval from a another person

• Consent from a competent individual

• Discussion of potential risks and benefits

What are the different types of civil law?

• Contracts and Advance Directives

• Torts and Contracts

• Advance Directives and Torts

• Torts, Contracts and Advance Directives