Author Question: A nurse takes pictures of a client with a dog in the bed during an animal-assisted therapy visit in ... (Read 92 times)

tatyanajohnson · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

A nurse takes pictures of a client with a dog in the bed during an animal-assisted therapy visit in the long-term care facility. The nurse and organization do not request permission to have the photographs sent to a nursing magazine for publication.

It is clear that the action of the nurse amounts to an offense. Under what category can the offense be classified? A) Slander
B) Malpractice
C) Libel
D) Assault

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client who has been admitted for eye surgery. As part of client education, the nurse is required to explain the function of the various structures of the eye.

What information should the nurse provide the client about the function of the cornea? A) Retractable covers for the eye's anterior surface
B) Produces tears and keeps the eye's surface moist and lubricated
C) Influences visual acuity by refracting light
D) Gives the eye its specific color

amy.lauersdorf90 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Feedback:
Photographing clients without their knowledge and prior permission is a crime of libel. Slander refers to malicious verbal statements that are false or injurious. Malpractice is the improper, injurious, or faulty treatment of a client that results in illness or injury. Assault is a threat or an attempt to do bodily harm; it includes physical or verbal intimidation.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Cornea influences visual acuity by refracting light. Eyelids are the retractable covers for the eye's anterior surface. Lacrimal glands produce tears and keep the eye surface moist and lubricated. The iris gives the eye its specific color.