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soccerdreamer_17

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When will an agency's malpractice insurance cover the action of a Registered Nurse?
 
  A) When the action of the nurse falls within the guidelines of her job description
  B) When the nurse restrains a patient to prevent him from leaving the hospital against medical
  advice
  C) When the nurse, who is now off duty, helps an individual who has fallen in the hospital
  parking lot
  D) When the nurse takes any action that saves the life of a patient

Question 2

A patient fell on his first post-operative day following the internal fixation and open reduction of a
  fractured femur. The patient's side rails were up, his call bell was in reach, and his bed was in the
  lowest position.
 
  The nurse instructed the patient to call for assistance when ambulating. If a lawsuit
  is later filed, what allegation against the nurse is justified?
  A) Malpractice
  B) Negligence
  C) Though a lawsuit can be filed the actions of the nurse reflect acceptable standards of practice.
  D) Contributory negligence



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kkenney

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C




soccerdreamer_17

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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