Which of the following is the best definition for standard of care?
a. What a reasonably prudent nurse would do in the same situation
b. What is currently being advocated in nursing textbooks
c. What has been outlined in the policies and procedures of the agency
d. What the customary traditional practices in the community are
Question 2
A 17-year-old mother signed her name on the consent form for her child to have an influenza immunization. The nurse asked the mother if she also wanted a flu immunization. If the mother said, Yes, can the nurse give her the injection?
a. No, unless the 17-year-old had her parents' consent
b. Yes, if the mother signs her own consent form
c. Yes; it is important that both mother and child be protected
d. It would depend on the laws in that state regarding emancipated minors
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