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Prophecy Core Mandatory Part 3 — Advanced Healthcare, Safety &
Ethics Mastery Exam
1. Which statement is accurate concerning the portability of advanced healthcare directives
(AHD)?
a. AHDs are never recognized in other states
b. AHDs can be ignored if laws differ
c. In some cases, if laws are similar, a state will accept an AHD written in another state
d. AHDs only apply in the state where they were written
Rationale: Some states recognize out-of-state AHDs if the legal requirements are substantially
similar.
2. Which of the following statements is NOT accurate regarding signs of abuse?
a. Victims may display withdrawn behavior
b. Victims may have unexplained injuries
c. Victims of physical abuse will always have visible cuts or bruises
d. Victims may have frequent hospital visits for injuries
Rationale: Abuse may be hidden; lack of visible injury does not rule out abuse.
3. Hostile work environment sexual harassment involves harassment by:
a. Direct supervisor only
b. Vendor only
c. Subordinate only
d. All of the above: direct supervisor, vendor, subordinate
Rationale: Harassment can come from anyone in the workplace hierarchy.
4. Workplace violence is defined as:
a. Physical assault only
b. Threats only
c. Muggings only
d. Threats, physical assaults, muggings, and bullying
Rationale: Workplace violence includes any act or threat that can cause physical or
psychological harm.
5. Which of the following statements is accurate?
a. Workplace violence does not affect trust
b. Workplace violence can affect trust in management or coworkers
c. Workplace violence only affects patients
d. Workplace violence only affects physical safety
Rationale: Violence impacts workplace morale and trust among staff.
6. Which of the following statements is accurate concerning restraints?
a. Belt restraints are always safe
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b. A belt restraint placed over the patient’s chest may restrict breathing
c. Restraints can be applied without training
d. All restraints are considered risk-free
Rationale: Chest restraints can be dangerous and must be applied carefully by trained
personnel.
7. When caring for victims of abuse, you should:
a. Touch them without permission
b. Touch them only with their permission
c. Ignore their personal space
d. Force physical contact to assess injuries
Rationale: Respect and consent are essential when handling abuse victims.
8. The type of abuse that involves intimidating, ridiculing, or degrading someone is called:
a. Physical abuse
b. Financial abuse
c. Psychological abuse
d. Sexual abuse
Rationale: Psychological abuse targets the victim’s emotional and mental well-being.
9. When caring for terminally ill patients:
a. Always keep analgesia doses constant
b. Consider that larger doses of analgesia may be needed due to disease progression
c. Avoid pain medication
d. Only use non-pharmacological interventions
Rationale: Disease progression can increase pain, requiring dosage adjustments.
10. Healthcare professionals are required to report suspected cases of child and elder abuse:
a. Only in certain states
b. Only when abuse is severe
c. In all states
d. Only if witnessed directly
Rationale: Federal and state laws mandate reporting abuse to protect vulnerable populations.
11. If you suspect child abuse, which of the following is correct?
a. Ignore if unsure
b. Get permission from the state agency before letting a child leave with the caregiver
c. Call the family first
d. Wait for the parent to report
Rationale: State protocols protect the child’s safety before release.
12. Which of the following is true about opioid use?
a. Patients never develop tolerance
b. Patients may develop a tolerance for opioids over time and may need higher dosages for
Prophecy Core Mandatory Part 3 — Advanced Healthcare, Safety &
Ethics Mastery Exam
1. Which statement is accurate concerning the portability of advanced healthcare directives
(AHD)?
a. AHDs are never recognized in other states
b. AHDs can be ignored if laws differ
c. In some cases, if laws are similar, a state will accept an AHD written in another state
d. AHDs only apply in the state where they were written
Rationale: Some states recognize out-of-state AHDs if the legal requirements are substantially
similar.
2. Which of the following statements is NOT accurate regarding signs of abuse?
a. Victims may display withdrawn behavior
b. Victims may have unexplained injuries
c. Victims of physical abuse will always have visible cuts or bruises
d. Victims may have frequent hospital visits for injuries
Rationale: Abuse may be hidden; lack of visible injury does not rule out abuse.
3. Hostile work environment sexual harassment involves harassment by:
a. Direct supervisor only
b. Vendor only
c. Subordinate only
d. All of the above: direct supervisor, vendor, subordinate
Rationale: Harassment can come from anyone in the workplace hierarchy.
4. Workplace violence is defined as:
a. Physical assault only
b. Threats only
c. Muggings only
d. Threats, physical assaults, muggings, and bullying
Rationale: Workplace violence includes any act or threat that can cause physical or
psychological harm.
5. Which of the following statements is accurate?
a. Workplace violence does not affect trust
b. Workplace violence can affect trust in management or coworkers
c. Workplace violence only affects patients
d. Workplace violence only affects physical safety
Rationale: Violence impacts workplace morale and trust among staff.
6. Which of the following statements is accurate concerning restraints?
a. Belt restraints are always safe
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b. A belt restraint placed over the patient’s chest may restrict breathing
c. Restraints can be applied without training
d. All restraints are considered risk-free
Rationale: Chest restraints can be dangerous and must be applied carefully by trained
personnel.
7. When caring for victims of abuse, you should:
a. Touch them without permission
b. Touch them only with their permission
c. Ignore their personal space
d. Force physical contact to assess injuries
Rationale: Respect and consent are essential when handling abuse victims.
8. The type of abuse that involves intimidating, ridiculing, or degrading someone is called:
a. Physical abuse
b. Financial abuse
c. Psychological abuse
d. Sexual abuse
Rationale: Psychological abuse targets the victim’s emotional and mental well-being.
9. When caring for terminally ill patients:
a. Always keep analgesia doses constant
b. Consider that larger doses of analgesia may be needed due to disease progression
c. Avoid pain medication
d. Only use non-pharmacological interventions
Rationale: Disease progression can increase pain, requiring dosage adjustments.
10. Healthcare professionals are required to report suspected cases of child and elder abuse:
a. Only in certain states
b. Only when abuse is severe
c. In all states
d. Only if witnessed directly
Rationale: Federal and state laws mandate reporting abuse to protect vulnerable populations.
11. If you suspect child abuse, which of the following is correct?
a. Ignore if unsure
b. Get permission from the state agency before letting a child leave with the caregiver
c. Call the family first
d. Wait for the parent to report
Rationale: State protocols protect the child’s safety before release.
12. Which of the following is true about opioid use?
a. Patients never develop tolerance
b. Patients may develop a tolerance for opioids over time and may need higher dosages for
