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HHA Legal & Ethical Issues Practice Questions
Legal and ethical questions cover client rights, HIPAA, abuse reporting, scope of practice, and professional responsibilities. HHAs must know their legal obligations and ethical boundaries.
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HHA Exam Topic
A client refuses to have their bath today. The HHA should:
Key Topics in Legal & Ethical Issues
Client rights (Patients' Bill of Rights)
HIPAA and confidentiality
Recognizing and reporting abuse and neglect
Scope of practice limitations
Advance directives (living will, DNR)
Mandatory reporting requirements
Study Tips for Legal & Ethical Issues
- Every client has the right to refuse care — always. Performing care on a refusing client is battery.
- If you suspect abuse or neglect, you MUST report it — HHAs are mandatory reporters.
- HIPAA: discuss client information only with the care team, only what is necessary, and in private.
- Know your scope: HHAs do NOT give medications (unless specifically trained and authorized), diagnose, or make medical decisions.
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