Medical Law Framework: Definition and Scope - Master's Level

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a remedy available to a patient who has suffered a medical injury?

Accepted Answer

Criminal prosecution

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Damages

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Injunction

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Declaration

Question 2

The Clinical Negligence Scheme for Trusts (CNST) is a:

Accepted Answer

Government-funded scheme that compensates patients for medical negligence

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Private insurance scheme that covers healthcare professionals for medical negligence claims

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Dispute resolution service that helps patients resolve medical negligence claims

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Non-profit organization that provides legal advice to patients who have suffered medical negligence

Question 3

Identify the source of medical law in the United Kingdom that is NOT included in the following list:

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Code of Professional Conduct issued by the General Medical Council

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Common law

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Statute law

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European Union law

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the ethical principles outlined in the GMC's Ethical Framework?

Accepted Answer

Beneficence, autonomy, non-maleficence

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Autonomy, beneficence, confidentiality

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Justice, beneficence, non-maleficence

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Confidentiality, autonomy, beneficence

Question 5

Which regulatory body is responsible for licensing and regulating medical practitioners in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

General Medical Council

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General Dental Council

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Nursing and Midwifery Council

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Health and Care Professions Council

Question 6

Define the concept of 'negligence' in medical law.

Accepted Answer

A breach of duty of care by a healthcare professional leading to harm

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An intentional act that causes harm to a patient

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A legal defense available to healthcare professionals in case of harm to a patient

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A breach of contract between a healthcare professional and a patient

Question 7

Identify the primary distinction between criminal and civil liability in medical law.

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Civil liability requires proof of damages, while criminal liability does not

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Criminal liability requires proof of intent, while civil liability does not

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Criminal liability is punished by imprisonment, while civil liability is punished by fines

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Civil liability is based on a breach of contract, while criminal liability is based on a breach of law

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a valid defense available to healthcare professionals in medical negligence cases?

Accepted Answer

Vicarious liability

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Contributory negligence

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Volenti non fit injuria

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Statute of limitations

Question 9

Define the principle of 'informed consent' in medical law.

Accepted Answer

A patient has the right to be fully informed about their medical condition and treatment options

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A patient must give their consent to any medical treatment they receive

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A healthcare professional is legally liable for any harm caused to a patient who has not given consent

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A patient's consent must be in writing to be valid

Question 10

Which of the following distinguishes negligence from battery in medical law?

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Negligence involves a breach of duty of care, while battery involves non-consensual touching.

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Negligence requires intent, while battery does not.

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Battery requires intent, while negligence does not.

Question 11

Identify the source of medical law that is not applicable in the United Kingdom.

Accepted Answer

United States Supreme Court rulings

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Common law

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Legislation

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Ethical guidelines

Question 12

Identify the regulatory body that oversees the medical profession in the United Kingdom.

Accepted Answer

General Medical Council

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Nursing and Midwifery Council

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Health and Safety Executive

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Care Quality Commission

Question 13

Identify the element that is NOT required for informed consent in medical law.

Accepted Answer

Written documentation

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Capacity to consent

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Understanding of the risks and benefits

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Voluntary nature of the decision

Question 14

Which of the following ethical principles mandates healthcare professionals to act with integrity and honesty, prioritizing the well-being of their patients?

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Beneficence

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Autonomy

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Non-maleficence

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Justice

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a common law duty of care owed by healthcare professionals?

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Duty to provide a cure

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Duty to avoid negligence

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Duty to warn of foreseeable risks

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Duty to respect patient confidentiality

Question 16

The Human Rights Act 1998 incorporates which international treaty into UK law?

Accepted Answer

The European Convention on Human Rights

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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

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The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

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The European Charter of Fundamental Rights

Question 17

In medical law, which principle is paramount in balancing patient autonomy with healthcare professionals' duty of care?

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Patient autonomy

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Paternalism

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Beneficence

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Non-maleficence

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a recognized source of medical law in the United Kingdom?

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Religious precepts

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Common law

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Statutory law

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Professional guidelines

Question 19

Which ethical principle in medical practice grants patients the right to make informed decisions about their care?

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Autonomy

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Non-maleficence

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Justice

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Beneficence

Question 20

Which regulatory body is responsible for establishing standards and issuing guidance for medical practitioners in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

General Medical Council (GMC)

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Care Quality Commission (CQC)

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Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)

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Health and Safety Executive (HSE)

Question 21

What is the overarching purpose of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in the United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

To safeguard the rights of individuals who lack the capacity to make decisions about their medical care and treatment.

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To establish a legal framework for end-of-life decisions.

Question 22

What is the fundamental principle of 'informed consent' in medical law?

Accepted Answer

Patients must be provided with adequate information about their care and treatment options to make informed decisions.

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Patients have the absolute right to refuse any medical treatment, irrespective of their condition.

Question 23

What is the primary role of expert witnesses in medical law cases?

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To provide the court with specialized knowledge and opinions on technical or scientific matters.

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To represent the interests of the parties involved in the case.

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To determine the facts of the case and make legal findings.