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103 Cards in this Set
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what is an outline of specific wishes about medical care to be followed in the event that an individual loses the ability to make or communicate decisions? |
advance directive |
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what health care providers may disclose protected information without the patient's consent? |
another physician providing care |
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what is the threat of touching in an injurious way? |
assault |
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what are some specific acts of intentional consent? |
Assault, battery, false imprisonment, invasion of privacy, libel, and slander |
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what is the self determination; respecting the independence of others and acting with self reliance? |
autonomy |
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what is the unlawful touching of a person without consent |
battery |
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an action that brings about good are considered right |
beneficense |
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what is a doctrine that states that a physician maybe be liable for wrongful acts committed by hospital employees under the physician's orders |
borrowed servant |
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a response to the chronic strain of dealing with the constant demands and problems of people under our care; causes exhaustion, dissatisfaction, anxiety, and apathy; withdraw and attitudes may be hostile |
burnout |
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refers to a more extensive compilation of information, such as an emergency department record |
chart |
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refers to any records you are expected to add to a document |
charting |
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a long standing or slowly progressing condition |
chronic |
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the defendant had a duty to provide reasonable care; the pt sustained loss or injury; the defendant is the party responsible for the loss; the loss is attribute to negligence or improper practice |
a claim of malpractice |
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standards of correct behavior by professional groups care called |
code of ethics |
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what are the 7 c's of malpractice prevention |
confidence compliance courteous confidentiality charting communication caution |
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contributing to negligence |
contributory negligence |
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the hospital as an entity is negligent |
corporate negligence |
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the party being sued |
defendant |
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electronic medical record |
e chart |
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a sensitivity to the needs of others that allows you to meet those needs constructively rather than merely sympathizing or reacting to a patient's distress; understanding and compassion are coupled with detachment to act appropriately |
empathy |
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a method of evaluating situations in which the correct action is in question; identify the problem, develop an alternate solution, select the best one, defend your selection |
ethical analysis |
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a branch of philosophy that can be defined as a systematic reflection on morality; applied morality |
ethics |
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the unjustifiable detention of a person against his and or her will; when a pt wishes to leave and is not allowed to do so |
false imprisonment |
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a serious of crime punished by imprisonment |
felony |
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faithfulness; an obligation to be loyal or faithful |
fidelity |
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a negligent act that involves reckless disregard for life or limb; more serious penalties |
gross negligence |
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to provide protection for patients concerning the release of individual financial and medical information without the written consent of the patient; no information ;may be released to employers, financial institutions, or other medical facilities without specific permission by the patient |
health insurance portability and accountability act (HIPAA) |
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when a patient signs a consent form that verifies the pt was given an explanation of the procedure and its potential risks; this prevents many litigations |
informed consent |
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fairness; an obligation to act with equity |
justice |
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diagnostic images are a part of the? |
legal medical record |
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malicious spreading of information; refers to written information |
libel |
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an act of negligence between the professional and the pt |
malpractice |
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a less significant crime usually punishable by a fine or by imprisonment for less than one year |
misdemeanor |
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the one responsible for implementing the ethical decision |
moral agent |
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if you cannot _____ and think on your feet, you will not survive in this field |
multitask |
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refers to the neglect or omission of reasonable care or caution |
negligence |
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what are some specific acts of unintentional consent |
negligence and malpractice |
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no evil; an obligation not to inflict harm |
non maleficence |
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in ______ there is a law protecting the patient's right to die with dignity |
Oregon |
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the record of quality care; written medical records; pt information and history; diagnoses and treatments |
patient chart information |
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the suing party |
plaintiff |
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what are some patient rights a radiographer must protect |
privacy, to know staff identity, to make decisions, to refuse treatment, to be informed of complete and correct information, copies of records, confidentiality, to die with dignity |
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allows the tech to access pertinent information about a pt; allows for ordering and billing of imaging exams; no information on pt history or plan of are is included |
radiology information management system (RIMS) |
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the doctrine that states "the thing speaks for itself" |
Res ipsa loquitur |
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"let the master respond"; the employees' negligence |
respondeat superior |
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what is the retention period for images? |
5 to 7 years; or 5 to 7 years after a minor reaches 18 or 21 (depending on state) |
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a patient has the right to ______ before and during a procedure |
revoke consent |
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each person is liable for his or her own negligent conduct; this law does not allow the wrong doer to escape responsibility |
rule of personal responsibility |
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the state in which a person welcomes tension and effort as a stimulus to creativity and self expression |
self actualization |
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in order to help others, we must first meet our own physical and mental needs; a good health role model practices this |
self care |
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malicious spreading of information; refers to verbal communication |
slander |
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a radiographer who is ill or stressed should |
stay at home |
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the _____ demands of clinical practice often tend to overshadow humanitarian considerations |
stressful |
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what is a radiographer's ethical principle? |
to be professional, respond to pt's needs, respect for dignity, does not discriminate, is knowledgeable, supports colleagues, acts in the best interest of the pt, exercises care, does not diagnose, cares for equipment, minimizes exposure, respects privacy, stays current in the profession |
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what are some reasons for keeping accurate medical records? |
to provide data about the patient's progress and current status for other team members to extend healthcare |
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a civil wrong committed by one individual against the person or property of another |
tort |
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truth; and obligation to tell the truth |
veracity |
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the liability by one person or agency for the actions of another |
vicarious liability |
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in the event of a fire, try to move patients so that there are at least______ between you and the fire |
2 intervening fire doors |
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electric shock occurs at how many volts? |
100,000 volts |
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a principle use to fight a fire is to lower the temperature by______? |
adding water |
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portion of the body in contact with the floor; between the feet; provides stability for body poistioning |
base of support |
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center of body weight; the point around which body weight is balanced; located in the midportion of the pelvis or lower abdomen |
center of gravity |
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OSHA is a federal agency that does these things? |
constantly inspects checks hazards makes sure equipment is safe |
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What is CTD? |
cumulative trauma disorders |
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what is the federal agency concerned with the safe disposal of hazardous waste; sets standards for waste disposal |
EPA: environmental protection agency |
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a service or place to die in comfort |
hospice |
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an imaginary vertical line passing through the center of gravity; the body is most stable when the line of gravity bisects the base of support |
line of gravity |
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the onset of chronic illnesses are at this stage of life |
middle age adult |
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what is OSHA? |
Occupational Safety and Health Administration |
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a principle used to fight a fire is to smother it by |
removing oxygen |
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what is RMI? |
repetition motion injury |
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what is RSI? |
repetition strain injury |
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EPA states that a fixer solution contains ______ and must be processed for removal; it is not permitted in the sewage system |
silver |
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Us a class C fire extinguisher for these sources of fire |
solid combustibles (wood) flammables liquid gas electrical equipment and wiring |
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a minor's xrays should be kept till they are? |
18 |
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the phases of grief? |
acceptance anger bargaining denial depression |
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what age are very sensitive and emotional. screen for pregnancy?
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adolescents 13-18 |
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________is the discriminatory attitude towards the elderly that includes the belief that they are all ill, disabled, worthless and unattractive |
ageism |
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what are examples of non verbal forms of communication? |
appearance body contact eye movements facial expressions hand movements posture |
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______is a state of opinion or feeling. it is often revealed by body position, tone of voice, or facial expressions |
attitude |
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the three essential concepts of body mechanics are? |
base support center of gravity line of gravity |
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to ______ means to convey information accurately, clear, and to have an interchange of ideas and information with others |
communicate |
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_____ is the right to privavy via the HIPAA |
confidentiality |
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a class C fire is an ______fire |
electrical |
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a type of care that involves a sensitivity to the needs of others that allow you to meet their needs constructively rather than merely sympathizing or reacting to a patient's distress is called? |
empathetic care |
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is the study of the human body in relation to the working environment |
ergonomics |
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guarantees patients the right to communicate effectively in healthcare situations regardless of language barrier ( because we have no national language) |
federal legislation |
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what age do you not stereotype into ageism, they love to joke. be kind and gentle |
late adults/old adults 65+ |
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are based off of what we know is right or wrong |
morals |
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the most most common injuries to healthcare workers are |
muskuloskeletal |
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what age can you hold, cuddle, wrap up in a blanket, and comfort |
neonate 1 year |
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what are items in a spill kit? |
nitrile gloves kitty litter heavy plastic bag broom and dust pan |
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these are necessary for fire |
oxygen heat fuel |
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what age do you offer them choices and always have the room prepared prior to their arrival? |
preschoolers 3 to 5 |
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implies that the patients modesty will be respected and that every effort will be made to maintain the patient's sense of personal dignity |
privacy |
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to use a fire extinguisher you must use PASS, which stand for? |
pull ring aim at base of fire squeeze handle sweep back and forth |
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if there is a fire in your area you must use RACE, which stands for? |
rescue/evacuate patients activate alarm contain/close doors extinguish/evacuate |
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what age can think logically about what is going on? |
school aged child 6 to 12 |
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most hospital fires are caused by? |
spontaneous combustion open flames cigarettes (used to be #1 cause) electricity |
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what age allows them to take a favorite item in the room with them. get down on their level? |
toddler 1 to 2 |
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when given instructions from someone, you should always? |
validate, by repeating it back to them |
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what age do you treat with respect? |
young adults |