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kaid0807

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A nurse is being sued for malpractice. Which specific elements must be present for the nurse to lose the case? Select all that apply.
 
  A) A claim that the nurse was impaired because of alcohol.
  B) A claim that the nurse owed the patient a special care of duty.
  C) A claim that the nurse failed to meet the required standard.
  D) A claim that harm or injury resulted because the nurse did not meet the required standard.
  E) A claim of damages for which compensation is sought.

Question 2

What is true of criminal law?
 
  A) Concerned with the legal rights of private persons.
  B) An individual can sue for damages in the form of money.
  C) A claim that harm or injury resulted in an individual because the nurse did not meet the required standard.
  D) Offenses against the general public that are detrimental to society as whole and are prosecuted by government authorities.



sultana.d

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D



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