When a Patient Is Voluntarily Admitted to a Hospital

question 24

Multiple Choice

When a patient is voluntarily admitted to a hospital:

• A)a relationship is established between the patient and the hospital.
• B)and the patient signs admission forms, an implied contract is created.
• C)EMTALA applies to hospitals and physicians who participate in Medicaid.
• D)the hospital is required to treat the patient, regardless of diagnosis.

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Definitions:

Internal Integration

Deals with establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within an organization, focusing on shared culture and values to unify diverse groups.

Institutional Integration

The degree to which an institution's parts are coordinated and function harmoniously for integrated and efficient operations.

External Adaptation

How an organization adjusts and responds to changes and challenges in its external environment.

Idea Creation

The act of generating new concepts, solutions, or inventions.