Advanced Professional Practice Flashcards
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A case manager discovers that a client's physician has ordered a medication that conflicts with another prescribed drug. What is the MOST appropriate first action?
Answer: Contact the prescribing physician immediately to discuss the interaction
The case manager should contact the prescribing physician immediately to address a potential medication interaction and prevent patient harm.
Which ethical principle is MOST relevant when a client refuses a recommended treatment that could be life-saving?
Answer: Autonomy
Autonomy upholds a competent client's right to make their own healthcare decisions, including refusing treatment.
When conducting a functional assessment, which tool is most commonly used to evaluate a client's ability to perform basic activities of daily living?
Answer: Barthel Index
The Barthel Index measures a client's independence in performing basic ADLs such as feeding, bathing, and mobility.
A case manager is working with a client who has limited English proficiency. What is the BEST approach to ensure informed consent?
Answer: Use a trained medical interpreter to facilitate the consent process
A trained medical interpreter ensures accurate communication and protects the client's legal rights during informed consent.
Which of the following BEST describes the 'teach-back' method in client education?
Answer: The client is asked to demonstrate or restate what they have learned
Teach-back confirms client comprehension by asking them to explain or demonstrate the information in their own words.
Under HIPAA, which of the following is a permissible disclosure of protected health information without patient authorization?
Answer: Disclosing information to public health authorities to prevent disease spread
HIPAA permits disclosure to public health authorities for activities such as disease surveillance and prevention without patient authorization.
A case manager identifies that a client is experiencing caregiver burnout. Which intervention is MOST appropriate as an initial step?
Answer: Provide the caregiver with a list of community respite care resources
Providing information about respite care resources addresses caregiver burnout while supporting the client's continued home-based care.