A nurse witnesses a client making frightening gestures that ...

[theo]

A nurse witnesses a client making frightening gestures that indicate potential harm to another client This is an example of:
 
  a. assault c. slander
  b. battery d. verbal abuse

Question 2

A nurse reads a health care provider's order as Fentanyl 25 mg IV q 3-4 hrs. PRN for pain and is concerned because the dosage of this medication should read mcg. Which of these actions should the nurse take?
 
  a. Call the pharmacy and have the pharmacist clarify the order.
  b. Contact the health care provider and clarify the order.
  c. Give the dose as ordered by the health care provider.
  d. Have another nurse review the order and give the dose in mcg if in agreement.

[tdewitt]

Answer to Question 1

A
Intentional torts are those in which the nurse knowingly violates the civil rights of another. Some examples of intentional torts include assault, the improper touching of another, or the threat to do something that the other person reasonably believes will be done (e.g., a nurse makes frightening gestures that indicate potential harm to the client).

Answer to Question 2

B
Standards of practice are derived from many different sources. Boards of nursing establish standards of practice, and these are reflected in the nurse practice act. Professional organizations, such as the American Nurses Association (ANA) and the National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses (NFLPN), also develop standards of practice for registered nurses and licensed practical/vocational nurses, respectively. The policy and procedure manuals in each health care facility determine specific ways that certain activities are to be performed in that facility.

[theo]

Gracias!

[gcook]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it