Legal/Ethical Topics Crossword

By the following certain standards at all times, you can protect yourself, your employer, and the patient
"Bad practice"
A failure to give care that is normally expected of a person in a particular position
Assault- threat Battery-unlawful touching
Residents long-term care facilities are guaranteed certain rights under the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987
Are authorized or based on law (a rule that must be followed)
Malpractice, Negligence, etc.
Right to withdraw consent at any time
Must be signed by the principle, agent, and one or two adult witnesses
Most of the national organizations representing the different health care occupations have established ethical codes
Free choice regarding physician, treatment, care, and participation in research, etc.
States, in part, that a patient has the right to: considerate and respectful care, etc.
Frequently results in a DNR
Agencies expect all personnel to respect and honor these rights
Exposing an individual
Commonly called a crime
Wrongful act that does not involve a contract
Mandates that all health care facilities receiving any type of federal aid comply
Code of behavior