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dbose

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A nursing student is assigned to care for a patient who requires several technical procedures. The student was busy and did not prepare in advance for the assignment. In preconference, the student is unable to describe the care to be given.
 
  The instructor would be justified in
  a. telling the student to be very careful during caregiving.
  b. sending the student off duty and turning the patient's care over to staff.
  c. suspending the student.
  d. dismissing the student from the program.

Question 2

A risk management strategy a nurse can use to prevent being named in malpractice lawsuits is
 
  a. carrying malpractice insurance.
  b. requesting supervision for all care.
  c. not signing her or his name to patient medical records.
  d. maintaining good relationships with patients and families.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The instructor is ultimately responsible for ensuring that the patient receives safe, effective care at the hands of the student. If the instructor has doubts created by the student's lack of preparation, the student should not be allowed to continue with the assignment.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
One of the best defenses for prevention of legal liability is developing rapport with patients. A patient who was treated with respect and consideration is less likely to sue. Carrying liability insurance does not prevent lawsuits. Requesting supervision for all care is an impractical action. Not signing a name to patient's medical records is an impossibility.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 17, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 17, 2018
No problemo


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