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nummyann

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If a patient falls out of bed because the side rails were not raised, this action would constitute:
 
  A. a felony.
  B. assault.
  C. battery.
  D. negligence.

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Margaret is a nurse of 15 years. Her husband is in the army and they have recently relocated to a new city. Margaret has worked in a variety of nursing areas and would like to find a unit within the hospital that mirrors her professional values.
 
  The best way for Margaret to find a unit that would be a good fit is for her to examine which of the following documents? A. Hospital mission statement
  B. Unit scope of practice
  C. Unit philosophy of care
  D. Hospital vision statement



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Answer to Question 1

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A felony is a serious offense that has a penalty of imprisonment for greater than a year or possibly even death. Assault is any intentional threat to bring about harmful or offensive contact with another individual. Battery is any intentional touching without consent.

Answer to Question 2

C
A philosophy of care incorporates the professional nursing staff 's values and concerns for the way that they view and care for patients. For example, a philosophy addresses the nursing unit's purpose, how staff will work with patients and families, and the standards of care for the work unit. A philosophy is a vision for how to practice nursing.




nummyann

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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