Safety and Professional Responsibilities Flashcards
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A PT is asked by their employer to see more patients per hour than is safely manageable. What is the most appropriate response?
Answer: Raise the concern formally with the supervisor, citing patient safety standards
PTs have an ethical obligation to advocate for patient safety and must formally address staffing concerns that compromise care quality.
Which of the following best describes the PT's responsibility when delegating care to a PTA?
Answer: The PT retains supervisory responsibility and accountability for the delegated care
The PT retains professional and legal responsibility for the overall care, even when tasks are delegated to a PTA.
A patient reports that a different PT touched them inappropriately during a previous session. What is the correct action?
Answer: Document the report and follow facility and mandatory reporting protocols
Reports of inappropriate conduct must be documented and reported per facility protocol and applicable laws, protecting patient safety.
A PT is treating a patient who has a latex allergy listed in their chart. Which action is most appropriate before beginning treatment?
Answer: Confirm all equipment and supplies are latex-free before starting treatment
A documented latex allergy requires removing all latex-containing items from the treatment environment to prevent a potentially life-threatening reaction.
What does the principle of 'beneficence' require of a PT in clinical practice?
Answer: Acting in the patient's best interest and promoting their well-being
Beneficence requires actively promoting the patient's well-being and acting in their best interest.
A PT discovers that a patient has been double-billed for services. What is the most appropriate action?
Answer: Document the finding and report it to the appropriate billing or compliance department
PTs have a professional responsibility to report billing errors or fraud to the appropriate compliance department.
When is it appropriate for a PT to terminate a therapeutic relationship with a patient?
Answer: When the patient has achieved goals, plateaued, or when continuing care is no longer in their best interest
Termination is appropriate when goals are met, progress has plateaued, or continuing care would not benefit the patient.