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10/31/2016

Answer: B. The client states understanding of the proposed procedure as well as acceptance of the risks involved and the right to refuse treatment. The client demonstrates competence to sign the informed consent document by appropriate conversation and asking for a clipboard to write on while signing the consent, further correctly identifying the document and necessary
action required. No person with dementia can legally make an informed decision for an invasive procedure, even if the client demonstrates occasional lucid thought and is oriented to self. A minor child cannot legally consent to an invasive procedure unless the child is an emancipated minor.

10/31/2016

Informed consent must be voluntary and can be given by a client legally competent to make informed decisions only after the client has been fully informed of the proposed procedure, the risks, the benefits, and any alternative treatments, including refusal. Which scenario contains the ele- ments of a legally appropriate informed consent?
A.The physician writes the order to obtain informed consent for an invasive procedure from a client. The client states, “My doctor did mention that procedure to me, but I don’t understand what is going to be done.”
B. A client states, “I believe that I am well- informed about my procedure. I understand the risks and the benefits, and my right to decline the procedure. May I have a clipboard to write on so that I can sign the consent?”
C. A client diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is admitted from an extended-care facility. The client has lucid moments and is oriented to self, but is generally disoriented regarding place and circumstances. There is an order on the chart to obtain informed consent for placement of a central intravenous line.
D. A 14-year-old client brought to the emergency department states, “I can sign the consent for my procedure. My parents are at work and will not be here for a while. They won’t mind me signing the consent.”

10/30/2016

Answer: B. Informed consent is voluntarily obtained from a client prior to an invasive procedure after the risks and benefits of the procedure have been explained and the client has been able to give careful consideration of all the information presented. Informed consent does not have to be obtained prior to invasive procedures for life-threatening conditions or situations requiring emergent treatment.

10/30/2016

What is the definition of informed consent? Choose the best answer.
A. Informed consent is obtained by the client reading the surgical/invasive procedure consent form.
B. Informed consent is voluntary consent to an invasive procedure given by the client after careful consideration of all information related to the procedure and the client’s condition.
C. Informed consent can be given by a client who is sedated or mentally not competent to make decisions.
D. Informed consent must be given by a client prior to an invasive procedure for a life- threatening condition requiring emergent treatment.

10/29/2016

Answer: C. Informed consent must be obtained either from the client or from the client’s desig- nated surrogate for health care decisions prior to an invasive procedure. A living will is a legal document outlining a client’s wishes for treatment and resus- citation. A Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care is a legal document executed by a competent person designating another to make health and treatment-related decisions in the event the client is unable to make informed decisions. A 12-lead EKG is often ordered prior to an invasive procedure, as part of the preoperative workup, but is not a requirement prior to an invasive procedure.

10/29/2016

What must be obtained from the client or the client’s designated surrogate for heath care deci- sions prior to an invasive procedure?
A. A living will.
B. A Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care.
C. Informed consent.
D. A 12-lead EKG.

10/28/2016

Answer: C. The ethical principle of “justice,” in the health care setting, refers to the appropriate allocation of scarce health care resources with regard to client care. The client’s right to access their own health information and medical records is guaranteed under HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. The constitution does not guarantee the client the right to receive health care but guarantees that access to health care be provided to all persons.

10/28/2016

In the health care setting, the ethical principle of “justice” refers to which aspect of client care?
A. Each client’s right to access to their own med- ical records and health information.
B. Each client’s constitutional right to health care.
C. The most appropriate allocation of scarce
health care resources.
D. The right to equal health care, regardless of the client’s condition.

10/27/2016

Answer: A, C, & D. The ethical principles commonly associated with health care/client care issues are autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, veracity, fidelity, and justice. Moral distress is not an ethical principle, but a moral-ethical dilemma.

10/27/2016

Hello all!

Tomorrow is convention and we are so excited to see you all! Here are just a few things to know in order to get the most out of Hope in the Heartland!

-Opening Ceremony starts at 0800. It is best to arrive at 0700 in order to have enough time to get registered and find a seat.
-Bring paper and something to write with.
-Dress code is business casual/professional. Remember there is a possibility that you may be meeting your future employer!
-When you arrive you will need to check in at registration. There you will receive an itinerary for the day along with your name badge and meal ticket for lunch.
-If you are interested in running for office, please seek out one of your ONSA board members (we will be in red) for more information.
-We are attaching a copy of the map of the hotel to help you navigate your way to the conference center.

If you have any additional questions please feel free to post and we will try to get them answered by tonight. :)

See you tomorrow!

Your 2016 ONSA Board

10/27/2016

Dilemmas regarding ethical principles are common in health care. Which ethical dilemmas are commonly associated with client care in the health care setting? Select all that apply.
A.Autonomy: the freedom to make choices for one’s self without interference from others.
B.Moral distress: the health care professional knows the ethically correct action to take, but is either legally or professionally prohibited from acting on that knowledge.
C. Beneficence: the concept of doing good and preventing harm to clients.
D.Fidelity: the concept of faithfulness and promise-keeping to clients, including client confidentiality.

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