NR548/NR 548 Exam 4 Psych
Assessment Questions with
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What are the primary benefits of telepsychiatry? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Improved access to care, reduced costs, improved efficiency, better integration of
care, decreased emergency department visits, fewer delays in care, improved
continuity of care, and reduction of transportation barriers.
What is the Ryan Haight Act? - CORRECT ANSWER-The Ryan Haight Online
Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008 governs the prescribing of controlled
substances via teleconferencing, requiring an in-person medical evaluation at least
once every 24 months.
What are the standard operating procedures (SOP) for telemedicine? - CORRECT
ANSWER-SOP addresses roles, responsibilities, licensing, client identification,
systematic quality improvement, and includes a backup plan for technical
difficulties.
What considerations should be taken for telepsychiatry in nontraditional healthcare
settings? - CORRECT ANSWER-Ensure safety, confidentiality, adequate lighting,
, visible camera, appropriate dressing, and coordination with local emergency staff if
needed.
What must be documented in the informed consent process? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Client's understanding of treatment options, risks, benefits, and all
consent forms obtained must be documented in medical records.
What are the exceptions to obtaining informed consent? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Exceptions include client incapacitation, life-threatening emergencies, voluntary
waived consent, and cases where the client cannot make decisions or has no
designated decision maker.
What is the significance of HIPAA compliance in telepsychiatry? - CORRECT
ANSWER-HIPAA compliance ensures the protection of patient privacy and
confidentiality during telepsychiatry services.
How does telepsychiatry improve access to healthcare? - CORRECT ANSWER-It
removes time and distance barriers, expands communication means, and
traditionally serves rural populations with healthcare professional shortages.
What types of settings can telepsychiatry services be delivered in? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Services can be provided in private practices, outpatient clinics, schools,
nursing homes, correctional facilities, and military facilities.
What is the role of insurance in telepsychiatry? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Reimbursement for telepsychiatry services varies by state and insurance provider,
with 48 states currently providing Medicaid reimbursement.
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Assessment Questions with
CORRECT Answers 100% Verified
What are the primary benefits of telepsychiatry? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Improved access to care, reduced costs, improved efficiency, better integration of
care, decreased emergency department visits, fewer delays in care, improved
continuity of care, and reduction of transportation barriers.
What is the Ryan Haight Act? - CORRECT ANSWER-The Ryan Haight Online
Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008 governs the prescribing of controlled
substances via teleconferencing, requiring an in-person medical evaluation at least
once every 24 months.
What are the standard operating procedures (SOP) for telemedicine? - CORRECT
ANSWER-SOP addresses roles, responsibilities, licensing, client identification,
systematic quality improvement, and includes a backup plan for technical
difficulties.
What considerations should be taken for telepsychiatry in nontraditional healthcare
settings? - CORRECT ANSWER-Ensure safety, confidentiality, adequate lighting,
, visible camera, appropriate dressing, and coordination with local emergency staff if
needed.
What must be documented in the informed consent process? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Client's understanding of treatment options, risks, benefits, and all
consent forms obtained must be documented in medical records.
What are the exceptions to obtaining informed consent? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Exceptions include client incapacitation, life-threatening emergencies, voluntary
waived consent, and cases where the client cannot make decisions or has no
designated decision maker.
What is the significance of HIPAA compliance in telepsychiatry? - CORRECT
ANSWER-HIPAA compliance ensures the protection of patient privacy and
confidentiality during telepsychiatry services.
How does telepsychiatry improve access to healthcare? - CORRECT ANSWER-It
removes time and distance barriers, expands communication means, and
traditionally serves rural populations with healthcare professional shortages.
What types of settings can telepsychiatry services be delivered in? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Services can be provided in private practices, outpatient clinics, schools,
nursing homes, correctional facilities, and military facilities.
What is the role of insurance in telepsychiatry? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Reimbursement for telepsychiatry services varies by state and insurance provider,
with 48 states currently providing Medicaid reimbursement.
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protected by copyright law
