Legal and Ethical Issues Flashcards

What is the role of a Long-Term Care Ombudsman in the US?

Answer: To advocate for the rights of residents in long-term care facilities and investigate complaints

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates for resident rights and investigates complaints about care in nursing and assisted living facilities.

A do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order means:

Answer: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) should not be initiated if the resident's heart or breathing stops

A DNR order is a physician's order documenting the resident's wish not to receive CPR in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Which of the following is an example of neglect in a senior care setting?

Answer: Failing to turn an immobile resident, resulting in the development of a pressure injury

Neglect occurs when a caregiver fails to provide essential care, such as repositioning, that results in preventable harm.

What must a caregiver do if they witness a colleague abusing a resident?

Answer: Report the incident immediately to the supervisor and, if necessary, to the state abuse hotline

Caregivers are mandatory reporters of abuse and must immediately report witnessed abuse to the supervisor and appropriate authorities.

Which document designates a trusted person to make health care decisions on behalf of someone who lacks capacity?

Answer: A durable power of attorney for health care (health care proxy)

A durable power of attorney for health care designates a health care proxy to make medical decisions when the person cannot.

Restraint use in a US nursing home requires which of the following?

Answer: Written physician's order, resident or surrogate consent, and ongoing monitoring

Federal regulations require a physician's written order, informed consent, and regular monitoring and documentation for any restraint use.