D404 WGU Pre Assessment Review
Questions And All Correct Answers.
Why do different people have different perspectives on what might be considered the best
ethical choice when making decisions in healthcare? - Answer Ethical understanding varies
depending on personal beliefs, religious backgrounds, and life experiences.
Two patients with different backgrounds are in need of the same healthcare assistance. They
have similar preexisting health factors and should expect to receive the same level of assistance
from care coordinators. Which ethical principle is described in this scenario? - Answer Justice
An adult patient diagnosed with cancer has the right to decide for themselves whether they
wish to receive chemotherapy after receiving guidance about all of their options. Which ethical
principle is described in this scenario? - Answer Autonomy
Which step of the contextual decision-making model involves deciding which values are most
important in a given scenario? - Answer Weighing
Which theory focuses on the characteristics and morals of the individual rather than their
actions? - Answer Virtue ethics
Which statement is a potential benefit to the patient-centered approach of the SHARE model in
shared decision-making? - Answer Patients are more likely and able to comply with a care plan
A physician and patient cooperatively discuss the pros and cons of different treatments during a
clinical visit. - Answer Ensuring that the patient's goals, preferences, and concerns have all
been addressed
Which interaction demonstrates the healthcare professional using the SHARE model to evaluate
the patient's decision? - Answer A physician assesses the side effects and outcomes of the
patient's chosen medication.
A physician consistently follows through with promises and commitments made to patients and
colleagues. Which ethical principle is this physician applying? - Answer fidelity
, A clinical nursing specialist balances realistic expectations about patient workload while
continuing to display confidence about patients' future health outcomes. Which ethical
principle is this clinical nursing specialist applying? - Answer hopefulness
A patient who appears to be struggling with gender dysphoria has an appointment with a nurse
practitioner working in a collaborative environment. The nurse practitioner must determine and
apply appropriate ethical principles to the situation. Which action is necessary after the nurse
practitioner has clarified, identified, and analyzed the principles and values of the patient? -
Answer make an informed decision
A dermatologist speaks at a university about factors that contribute to melanoma and related
treatments, as well as the importance of patients being involved in making decisions about their
own care. Which approach should the dermatologist recommend to engage patients in shared
decision-making to ensure quality, safe, and efficient care? - Answer provide an unbiased
education about all options of care
The new CEO of a large health system mandates a 50 percent reduction in overtime for all
employees and freezes new positions and merit increases to increase profit and shareholder
dividends.
Which statement explains why the CEO's decisions align with the American College of
Healthcare Executives (ACHE) code of ethics and ethical decision-making strategies to support a
compliant and safe work environment? - Answer The CEO's decision to freeze new positions
after reviewing staffing and patient needs align with the ACHE code of ethics because it will not
impact patient care.
A patient died in December while undergoing treatment for breast cancer. A routine medical
records check in March of the following year revealed that the patient had received a treatment
dosage that was potentially toxic.
Which scenario explains the role of management and clinical care in risk management to
support compliance and safety? - Answer Clinical care and management regularly review the
medical records of all deceased patients and promptly address potential issues.
An employee witnesses a coworker engaging in unethical behavior and violating standard
operating procedures. Which action should the organization take to maintain a zero-tolerance
policy for unethical behavior while supporting safety and regulatory compliance? - Answer The
organization should take swift action against the coworker and not consider their status or
popularity in the organization.
Questions And All Correct Answers.
Why do different people have different perspectives on what might be considered the best
ethical choice when making decisions in healthcare? - Answer Ethical understanding varies
depending on personal beliefs, religious backgrounds, and life experiences.
Two patients with different backgrounds are in need of the same healthcare assistance. They
have similar preexisting health factors and should expect to receive the same level of assistance
from care coordinators. Which ethical principle is described in this scenario? - Answer Justice
An adult patient diagnosed with cancer has the right to decide for themselves whether they
wish to receive chemotherapy after receiving guidance about all of their options. Which ethical
principle is described in this scenario? - Answer Autonomy
Which step of the contextual decision-making model involves deciding which values are most
important in a given scenario? - Answer Weighing
Which theory focuses on the characteristics and morals of the individual rather than their
actions? - Answer Virtue ethics
Which statement is a potential benefit to the patient-centered approach of the SHARE model in
shared decision-making? - Answer Patients are more likely and able to comply with a care plan
A physician and patient cooperatively discuss the pros and cons of different treatments during a
clinical visit. - Answer Ensuring that the patient's goals, preferences, and concerns have all
been addressed
Which interaction demonstrates the healthcare professional using the SHARE model to evaluate
the patient's decision? - Answer A physician assesses the side effects and outcomes of the
patient's chosen medication.
A physician consistently follows through with promises and commitments made to patients and
colleagues. Which ethical principle is this physician applying? - Answer fidelity
, A clinical nursing specialist balances realistic expectations about patient workload while
continuing to display confidence about patients' future health outcomes. Which ethical
principle is this clinical nursing specialist applying? - Answer hopefulness
A patient who appears to be struggling with gender dysphoria has an appointment with a nurse
practitioner working in a collaborative environment. The nurse practitioner must determine and
apply appropriate ethical principles to the situation. Which action is necessary after the nurse
practitioner has clarified, identified, and analyzed the principles and values of the patient? -
Answer make an informed decision
A dermatologist speaks at a university about factors that contribute to melanoma and related
treatments, as well as the importance of patients being involved in making decisions about their
own care. Which approach should the dermatologist recommend to engage patients in shared
decision-making to ensure quality, safe, and efficient care? - Answer provide an unbiased
education about all options of care
The new CEO of a large health system mandates a 50 percent reduction in overtime for all
employees and freezes new positions and merit increases to increase profit and shareholder
dividends.
Which statement explains why the CEO's decisions align with the American College of
Healthcare Executives (ACHE) code of ethics and ethical decision-making strategies to support a
compliant and safe work environment? - Answer The CEO's decision to freeze new positions
after reviewing staffing and patient needs align with the ACHE code of ethics because it will not
impact patient care.
A patient died in December while undergoing treatment for breast cancer. A routine medical
records check in March of the following year revealed that the patient had received a treatment
dosage that was potentially toxic.
Which scenario explains the role of management and clinical care in risk management to
support compliance and safety? - Answer Clinical care and management regularly review the
medical records of all deceased patients and promptly address potential issues.
An employee witnesses a coworker engaging in unethical behavior and violating standard
operating procedures. Which action should the organization take to maintain a zero-tolerance
policy for unethical behavior while supporting safety and regulatory compliance? - Answer The
organization should take swift action against the coworker and not consider their status or
popularity in the organization.
