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1

Physicians may ethically refer patients to either nonscientific or limited practitioners.
A)True
B)False
2

There are no circumstances under which a physician may legally and ethically release confidential information without the patient's consent.
A)True
B)False
3

It is ethical for a physician to have a financial interest in a for-profit nursing home.
A)True
B)False
4

It is ethical for a physician to routinely provide medical care to their spouse.
A)True
B)False
5

A deceased physician's records may be destroyed six months after patients are notified of the opportunity to transfer their records.
A)True
B)False
6

Which of the following is NOT true of physicians working with other allied health professionals?
A)Physicians may ethically employ or work in consultation with allied health professionals as long as they are appropriately trained and duly licensed.
B)Physicians may teach in recognized schools for allied health professionals.
C)It is unethical and inappropriate to substitute the services of an allied health professional for those of a physician, under any circumstances.
D)Physicians have an ethical obligation to ensure that patients' medical needs are appropriately evaluated and treated.
7

Which of the following is NOT true of a physician's relationship with other physicians?
A)He or she ethically makes referrals to other physicians, if such services are lawfully provided.
B)He or she may refer patients to nonscientific practitioners.
C)He or she may refer patients to limited practitioners.
D)He or she may refer patients to physical or occupational therapists.
8

Which of the following practices regarding physicians' fees is ethical?
A)Charging a separate fee for admitting a patient to the hospital.
B)Billing the patient for services performed by a student under the direct supervision of the physician.
C)Accepting a fee from a hospital for the number of patients admitted.
D)Billing for unnecessary tests or treatments.
9

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding filming patients in health care settings?
A)Actors should be used whenever patients do not consent.
B)Patients have the right to stop filming and change their mind.
C)Filming patients without consent is ethical.
D)Permission must be received for subsequent broadcasts.
10

To be ethical, advertising by a physician
A)must be consistent with federal regulatory standards.
B)must pertain only to certain services.
C)must appear in print media only.
D)may use testimonials from patients.





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