What misconduct related to nursing care would be representative of a violation of American common law?
A) After a client refuses a medication a nurse dissolves it in the client's evening tea.
B) Discussing a client's treatment plan with their family without the client's consent
C) Falsifying Medicaid records to show treatments and services never provided
D) Providing nursing care without a valid nursing license.
Question 2
Which statement demonstrates an understanding of accountability as it relates to a RN's nursing practice?
A) I'm accountable for the care I personally delivery.
B) The LPNs are accountable for the care that I delegate to them.
C) RNs are accountable for the care provided by the healthcare team they direct.
D) Accountability varies according to the complexity of the care being given the client.
