Sociology and medical legal

Question 1

what is sociology?

Answer 1

the study of societies and how humans act in a group

Question 2

what is the paramedic code of conduct?

Answer 2

-conserve life, alleviate pain and suffering and promote health

-protect and maintain the patients safety, dignity and privacy

-Demonstrate empathy and compassion for patient and their families

-Fulfil his/her duites with integrity, honesty and efficiency

-present yourself in such a manner so as to gain respect of the public

-maintain a good working relationship with your collegues

Question 3

what is being biased?

Answer 3

its having a preconceived preference, or leaning towards one side or viewpoint

Question 4

what is being prejudiced mean?

Answer 4

its having a preconceived negative attitude or opinion about someone based on factors like race, gender, religion or social class

Question 5

what is discrimination?

Answer 5

its the unfair treatment of people based on race, age, gender or disability

Question 6

what is stereotype?

Answer 6

is a generalized belief about a group of people that may be inaccurate

Question 7

the paramedic has 3 lines of authority

Answer 7

-medical director
-licensing agency
-employer

Question 8

what are the 2 types of consent

Answer 8

-informed consent
-expressed consent

Question 9

what is implied consent

Answer 9

in unresposive adults, or adults who are too illor injured to consent to emergency life saving treatment

Question 10

what is no involuntary consent

Answer 10

permission granted by a law enforcement or a legal guardianto treat someone who is under arrest or a minor

Question 11

how to document a patient refusal of treatment?

Answer 11

-patient history
-all findings of patients physical exam and mental exam
-the patients reasons for refusing prehospital care
-all advice given to the patient including the risks of refusing care
-note how much time you attempted trying to give prehospital care
-the report should be signed by the patient and if possible one of the observers

Question 12

how do you determine mental competence in a patient

Answer 12

-patient is oriented to person, place and day
-patient responds to questions approprietly
-no significant mental impairment from alcohol, drugs, head injury or other organic illness
-patient demonstrates to you that they understand the Risk of not going to the hospital for immediate care

Question 13

what is an organic disorders

Answer 13

are psychological issues caused by the damage to the brain like brain trauma, Alzheimer’s and parkinsons

Question 14

what is a paramedics best protection in court

Answer 14

thorough and accurate medical record

Question 15

In the health care consent act there are three types of decisions that require consent what are they?

Answer 15

-decisions about treatment
-decision about entering a care facility
-decision about personal assistance services

Question 16

where can you find the law that requires to get an informed consent?

Answer 16

in the health care consent act

Question 17

what is an emergency

Answer 17

if the person for whom the treatment is proposed is apparently experiencing severe suffering, or is at risk if the treatment is not administered promptly, of sustaining serious bodily harm

Question 18

what is the general directive for a DNR

Answer 18

1: A paramedic upon obtaining a valid MOH DNR confirmation form SHALL NOT initiate CPR in the event the patient experiences respiratory or cardiorespiratory arrest.
2: A paramedic SHALL initiate CPR on a patient who has experienced respiratory or cardiorespiratory arrest when
a: the patient expresses clearly a wish to be resusucitated
b: the patient expresses a wish to be resusucitated but is not clear.
3: The paramedic shall provide management necessary to provide comfort or alleviate pain
4: Once the death has occurred , the paramedic SHALL
a: advice the CACC
b: follow the deceased patient standard
5: note the time the patient was deceased