WEEK 2

Question 1

A contract wherein patient voluntarily gives permission to someone ( in this case, the imaging staff) to perform a service.

Answer 1

Informed consent

Question 2

The legal aspect of obtaining consent deals with the imaging staff “ duty to warn “ and the ethics “ do no harm

Answer 2

Informed consent

Question 3

occurs in emergency situations when it is not possible to obtain
consent from the patient, his or her parents, or a legal
representative

Answer 3

Implied consent

Question 4

The health care provider operates under the belief that the patient would give permission if able; it is “implied” that permission would be given.

Answer 4

Implied consent

Question 5

referral from the attending physician to provide direction for care, for
the assessment of each patient’s need and prescribed therapeutic
procedures to promote health.

Answer 5

Physicians order

Question 6

The following information is required on a legal physicians order.

Answer 6

1. The patient’s full name, the date and the time the order is written
2. The date and time or times that drug is being administered
3. The generic or trade name of drug
4. The dosage form and route of administration
5. The physician’s signature

Question 8

can be evaluated by using and
integrating information obtained from a past medical history, family
history and a social history. It is worthwhile to assess the nutritional
status of every patient.

Answer 8

A patient’s nutritional status

Question 9

Immunizations, hospitalizations, operations,
major injuries, chronic illnesses, and significant acute illnesses. Current
or recent prescription medications, vitamins and minerals ,laxatives,
topical medications,

Answer 9

Past medical history

Question 10

Family history of cancer, diabetes, heart disease,
hypertension, obesity, and osteoporosis

Answer 10

Family history

Question 11

Occupation, daily exercise pattern, marital and family
status

Answer 11

Social history