CSA Domain 7: Legal Aspects Welcome to your CSA Domain 7: Legal Aspects 1. CSA: Legal Aspects Under the Older Americans Act, which service is NOT explicitly supported? Employment assistance Legal assistance Educational programs Nutrition programs None 2. CSA: Legal Aspects In elder law, what is the primary purpose of a "springing" power of attorney? To allow power of attorney to take effect immediately. To delay the effectiveness of the power of attorney until a specific event occurs. To grant multiple agents authority at different times. To specify the powers granted in a will. None 3. CSA: Legal Aspects What is the primary legal issue addressed by the doctrine of "substituted judgment" in elder law? Determining the best financial investment for incapacitated individuals. Deciding medical treatment based on an incapacitated individual's known desires. Assessing tax liability for estates. Transferring property titles when the owner is deceased. None 4. CSA: Legal Aspects What legal document is necessary to appoint a guardian for an elderly individual who is no longer capable of making decisions for themselves? Last Will and Testament Living Will Court Order Trust Agreement None 5. CSA: Legal Aspects What is NOT a typical consequence of violating elder abuse laws? Criminal penalties Civil penalties Mandatory counseling License revocation for professionals None 6. CSA: Legal Aspects What aspect of elder law does the term "age discrimination" specifically relate to? Healthcare decisions Employment practices Estate planning Housing options None 7. CSA: Legal Aspects In the context of elder law, what does the term "fiduciary duty" refer to? A legal obligation to act in the financial best interest of another person. The duty to provide housing for elderly individuals. A responsibility to ensure physical health and well-being. The obligation to maintain confidentiality in legal proceedings. None 8. CSA: Legal Aspects What is a "conservatorship" in elder law? A legal arrangement to manage an elderly person's daily activities. A legal arrangement where a court appoints an individual to manage another's financial affairs. A contract between elderly persons sharing living spaces. A health directive specifying desired medical treatment. None 9. CSA: Legal Aspects What principle of elder law is primarily concerned with the management and distribution of an elderly individual's estate after their death? Guardianship Probate Conservatorship Fiduciary responsibility None 10. CSA: Legal Aspects Which federal law specifically provides protections against elder abuse? The Elder Justice Act The Affordable Care Act The Americans with Disabilities Act The Family and Medical Leave Act None 1 out of 10 Time is Up! Time's up
