Which Statement Is True Regarding Potential Liability Issues for Telehealth

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true regarding potential liability issues for telehealth?

• A)Malpractice costs may be decreased because lawsuits may be filed in multiple locations, defraying costs.
• B)Misinterpretation of advice provided over the telephone may cause the health care provider to be liable for poor outcomes.
• C)Telehealth services may be used in the place of any face-to-face physical examination with the same results.
• D)A nurse practitioner licensed in Wyoming may provide advice to a client in Montana without legal repercussions.

Identify appropriate interventions to establish presence and support for patients.

Recognize the various forms of spiritual expressions and beliefs among patients.

Understand how hope and faith can positively impact the healing process and patient morale.

Develop skills in performing spiritual assessments and providing individualized spiritual care.

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Definitions:

Mood Swings

Rapid and often unpredictable changes in one's mood, ranging from periods of euphoria to periods of depression.

Severe Depression

A psychiatric disorder identified by lasting feelings of despondency or a lack of enjoyment in hobbies, seriously affecting normal life.

Manic Episodes

Periods of abnormally elevated mood and high energy, often characteristic of bipolar disorder.

Negative Symptoms

Features primarily associated with schizophrenia and similar disorders, characterized by a lack or decrease in normal functions, such as motivation, emotional expression, or social engagement.