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Three nursing students are in the elevator and overhear another staff nurse, discussing a neighbor who was hospitalized last night for liver failure. The nurse told his colleague that a mutual friend told him that
 
  the neighbor was known for liking his brandy. A family member was in the elevator and also overheard the conversation. What charges may be brought against the nurse by the patient and/or family:
  A. Slander
  B. Libel
  C. Malpractice
  D. Breach of confidentiality

Question 2

A nurse and his girlfriend witness a motor vehicle accident. The calls 911 and pulls over to the side of the road. The nurse assesses the victim and determines that he is unconscious. His girlfriend says, This guy can't give you permission to help him;
 
  maybe you should just leave him alone. The nurse explains that he has implied consent. When is implied consent assumed?
  A. At the time a person sees a physician or nurse by appointment in the office or clinic setting
  B. When a person arrives in the operating suite for a surgical procedure.
  C. On the person's admission to the hospital unit.
  D. If the person is treated at the scene of an accident



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D



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