ATI LPN
Ethics and Legal Issues in Healthcare Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 4-year-old with an obviously broken forearm is brought to the emergency department by her baby-sitter. Both the baby-sitter and emergency room staff have attempted to reach her parents without success. Can you treat this child without parental permission?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In urgent situations, treatment can proceed without consent to ensure the child's welfare.
Question 2 of 5
An unconscious 42-year-old man is brought to the emergency department by ambulance after sustaining a gunshot wound to the chest during an attempted robbery at a convenience store. He is bleeding profusely. The patient is minimally responsive to pain and is unable to provide any history. The ambulance record indicates that his initial blood pressure was $120 / 70 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg}$, pulse was $95 / \mathrm{min}$, and respirations were $16 / \mathrm{min}$. The patient's current blood pressure is $70 / 40 \mathrm{~mm} \mathrm{Hg}$, pulse is $130 / \mathrm{min}$, and respirations are $28 / \mathrm{min}$. He has an open gunshot wound in the chest and an exit wound in the back. Intravenous fluids and vasopressors are started, and a blood transfusion is ordered. The patient's fiance arrives and states that he should not receive a blood transfusion because he is a devout Jehovah's Witness. No evidence is found in the medical chart of advance directives or a living will documenting the patient's wishes and examination of his belongings show no blood refusal card. Which of the following is the most appropriate next step in management of this patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In an emergency without a documented refusal, life-saving transfusion can proceed.
Question 3 of 5
The PA state board of nursing is what type of law?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Regulatory law refers to a body of laws and regulations that govern the activities and practices of specific industries or professions. In this case, the PA state board of nursing is responsible for regulating and overseeing the practice of nursing in the state of Pennsylvania. Therefore, it falls under the category of regulatory law.
Question 4 of 5
The person or government bringing a lawsuit against another party.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A plaintiff is the person or government entity that initiates a lawsuit against another party. They are the ones who bring the case to court and seek a legal remedy or compensation for a perceived wrongdoing or harm caused by the defendant. The plaintiff is responsible for presenting evidence and arguments to support their claim and convince the court to rule in their favor.
Question 5 of 5
A standard or rule of conduct that is established and enforced by the government as a means of protecting the public.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A law is a standard or rule of conduct that is established and enforced by the government to protect the public. It serves as a framework for maintaining order, resolving disputes, and promoting justice in society. Laws provide guidelines for acceptable behavior and help ensure the safety and well-being of individuals and communities.