IHSA Ethics & Professional Standards

Question 1

What is the primary ethical principle that guides IHSA practitioners to 'do no harm'?

Accepted Answer

Nonmaleficence

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Beneficence

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Autonomy

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Justice

Question 2

In IHSA practice, what does patient autonomy mean?

Accepted Answer

The patient's right to make informed decisions about their own care

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The provider's authority to determine treatment

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The hospital's right to set policies

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The insurance company's decision on coverage

Question 3

What ethical obligation does a IHSA professional have regarding patient confidentiality?

Accepted Answer

Protect all patient health information and share only with authorized individuals involved in care

Answer

Share information with anyone who asks

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Post updates on social media for family

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Discuss cases openly in public areas

Question 4

When a IHSA practitioner faces a conflict between beneficence and patient autonomy, what is the correct approach?

Accepted Answer

Respect the patient's informed decision even if it differs from the recommended treatment

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Override the patient's wishes for their own good

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Seek a court order to proceed

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Ignore the conflict and document nothing

Question 5

What is the IHSA professional's duty when they witness a colleague practicing unsafely?

Accepted Answer

Report the concern through proper institutional channels to protect patients

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Ignore it to avoid conflict

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Confront them publicly

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Discuss it only with friends

Question 6

In IHSA practice, what does the principle of justice require?

Accepted Answer

Fair and equitable distribution of healthcare resources regardless of patient demographics

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Treating wealthy patients first

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Providing care only to insured individuals

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Prioritizing younger patients over older ones