Mod 1:Introduction, Communication, Documentation

Question 1

Name the 3 main reasons a Chiropodist will use injections.

Answer 1

1. Diagnostic Assistance
2. Therapeutic pain relief
3. Provide Local Anesthesia prior to surgery

Question 2

What are the components of Informed Consent?

Answer 2

1. Explanation of injection/procedure
2. Anticipated results/pt expectations
3. Risk of injection/procedure
4. Risk of not having injection/procedure
5. Alternate Rx options
6. Answer and ask questions
7. Documentation

Question 3

What is the HCCA?

Answer 3

The Health Care Consent Act 1996

Question 4

According to the HCCA (1996) minors can be considered capable of providing consent for their own Rx if?

Answer 4

1. Understand information relevant to Rx

2. Appreciate the consequences of a decision or lack of a decision

Question 5

When performing an Hx, Pt informs you they have been taking Warfarin for 4/12. If a Cortisone injection is being contemplated for this pt it is absolutely necessary to stop the drug 7-10 days prior. TRUE or FALSE

Answer 5

FALSE