Week 3 - Professional Conduct Flashcards
True or False: the actual risk of PA related CV death is very high
false; Collectively, the absolute risk of PA-related sudden cardiac death in the general population is very low (~1 per 565 000 person-hours)
Where are the exercise-related injuries in older adults?
lower extremities (41%)
what points do you have to consider to be a professional ?
§ Have you issued a written consent? Did you also obtain verbal consent?
§ Do you recognize your scope of practice in terms of accountability and
recognition of personal limits?
§ Is there a conflict of interest?
§ Do you adhere to the principles of ethical practice?
§ Do you keep accurate client records in a secure and confidential manner?
§ Is your advertising truthful and accurate?
§ Are your fees transparent, consistent & reasonable
§ Do you respect and recognize the work of others?
define negligence
failure to do something that a reasonable / prudent professional would have done OR doing something that a reasonable / prudent professional would NOT have done
when you provide “reasonably safe” programs and services, you are providing ______
standard of care
reasonable safe
when you take precautions to prevent foreseeable health and injury risks
foreseeable risks
known medical conditions and/or risk factors that can lead to health problems
injury risks
conditions or situations that can lead to injuries
What are some common legal challenges?
- Validity of consent or pre-participation screening
- Lack of adequate supervision
- Inappropriate assessment/program/guidance
- Equipment failure / facility issues
- Not getting a music use license
what is the professional conduct to mitigate risks? (5 points)
• Complete the pre-participation process
• Follow certification procedures and requirements including
adherence to Code of Conduct / Code of Ethics
• Consider personal limitations within an established Scope
of Practice
• Develop & regularly practice an Emergency Action Plan
• Inspect facility & equipment regularly; supervise client
appropriately
what tools should be used as a part of the pre participation health screening process?
§ Informed consent
§ Pre-participation health screening tool (such as Get Active Questionnaire)
§ Collection of additional medical history (if applicable)
§ Resting HR/BP to ensure both are within established safety limits
what should an informed consent consist of?
§ the assessment/program to be provided
§ the results anticipated
§ the inherent risks
§ sharing of personal health information
