Healthstream: Patient Rights - An HCCS Regulatory Course Exam Questions and Answers

Healthstream: Patient Rights - An HCCS Regulatory Course Exam Questions and Answers Hospitals are obliged to respect a patient's right to all of the following EXCEPT: - Answer- There are no exceptions; all statements are true. The use of restraints is permitted when: - Answer- A medical order has been issued to restrain the patient. Care of a competent, communicative patient must always be based on the presence of an advance directive in the chart or decisions listed in the directive. - Answer- Living wills and durable powers of attorney are examples of: - Answer- Advance directives The provisions of HIPAA are designed to protect the patient's right to: - Answer- Ensure the privacy and confidentiality of information Which of the following statements is true? - Answer- Healthcare providers are required to discuss the option of no treatment with their patients. A patient comes to you under circumstances that lead you to believe she is a victim of domestic abuse. You should immediately: - Answer- Notify your supervisor Patients have all of the following rights EXCEPT the right to: - Answer- Be treated by a provider who is a member of their own faith