Describe the purpose of a Good Samaritan act.
What will be an ideal response?
A Good Samaritan act protects physicians and possibly other providers and laypersons from charges of negligence or abandonment if they stop to help the victim of an accident or other emergency.
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Methylphenidate (Ritalin), a drug used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), achieves its therapeutic action by ________ the CNS, thereby causing ________ and allowing for greater concentration and focus
A) stimulating; heightened awareness and arousal B) depressing; sedation C) stimulating; paradoxical sedation D) depressing; relaxation
When an original medical record is subpoenaed, why should the practice keep a copy of the record sent with pages numbered?
a. To remind the staff the order the pages were in b. To document how many copies were necessary for expense reports c. To protect against alteration of the medical record d. In case the courts lose the original
Dr. Jones examines Sally Sick in the office and completes a history and physical exam for the treatment of an upper respiratory infection. Dr. Jones writes a prescription for antibiotics and instructs her to return to his office in 10 to 14 days. This is classified as a(n) ____ care service
A) tertiary B) acute C) primary D) secondary
What is it called when an organization confirms that an individual is qualified to perform a job to professional standards?
1) Honorarium 2) Certificate 3) Registration 4) Certification