DANB General Chairside Practice Test

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The Good Samaritan Law protects healthcare workers in most emergencies. What is the exception?

Protection for those providing voluntary assistance only
Protection for willfully negligent healthcare providers
Protection for volunteers in non-healthcare settings
Protection for those who receive no compensation

The correct answer is: Protection for willfully negligent healthcare providers

The Good Samaritan Law is designed to encourage bystanders, including healthcare professionals, to provide aid in emergency situations without fear of legal repercussions, as long as their actions are reasonable and intended to help. However, this law does not shield those who engage in willful negligence. If a healthcare worker acts with gross negligence or intentional misconduct while providing assistance, they can be held legally accountable for their actions, which is why willfully negligent healthcare providers are an exception to these protections. This ensures that the law promotes responsible aid rather than allowing harmful practices under the guise of good intentions.