An effective answering service is necessary to avoid

abandonment charges
malpractice
liability
negligence

abandonment charges

Rationale: If a provider or an alternate cannot be contacted, a patient may be able to sue for abandonment.

Health Professions

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A 4-year-old girl who refused to have her blood collected was locked in a room by a health care worker and was forced to have her blood collected. This is an example of:

a. informed consent b. invasion of privacy c. misdemeanor d. assault and battery

Health Professions

When removing a mask, you should handle it by holding the:

A. nosepiece. B. top ties. C. bottom ties. D. face protector.

Health Professions