As a Result of Shared Medical Decision Making, a Patient

question 1

Multiple Choice

As a result of shared medical decision making, a patient undergoes a surgical procedure that results in paralysis. What must the patient prove to bring a successful malpractice suit based on informed consent?

• A) The patient had no part in the decision to operate.
• B) The procedure's known risk of paralysis was not explained to the patient.
• C) Since the decision making was shared, no malpractice suit is possible.
• D) It was the procedure that caused the harm.
• E) That the amount of damage to the patient cannot be determined.

Understand principles behind setting up and maintaining a sterile field for surgical procedures.

Understand the importance of patient positioning in preventing health complications.

Identify complications that can be prevented by correct patient positioning.

Understand the selection and use of mobility aids for patients with varying levels of mobility impairment.

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Definitions:

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by warmth, kindness, and a cooperative attitude, which can influence negotiation and interpersonal interactions positively.

Cooperativeness

The willingness or tendency to work together with others towards common goals or interests.

Preferred Solutions

Outcomes or actions that are more favorable or acceptable to an individual or group involved in a negotiation or decision process.

Conflict Management Styles

Various approaches individuals or groups use to handle disputes, ranging from avoidance and accommodation to competition and collaboration.