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sdfghj

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Which of the following statements accurately reflects an element of the crisis surrounding liability insurance in the United States?
 
  A) Professional liability insurance does not provide coverage when the nurse assists in an
  emergency.
  B) Malpractice insurance premiums are not affordable for nurses in independent advanced
  practice and traditional nursing roles.
  C) Laws in some states are being amended to restrict the monetary liability of any party
  according to the percentage of responsibility.
  D) Nurses are being named in fewer lawsuits, but the judgments being awarded are larger.

Question 2

Which of the following statements accurately reflects what employers generally should expect when hiring a newly graduated RN?
 
  A) The RN should be proficient with the documentation system used by the institution.
  B) The RN should be able to perform all nursing skills, enabling him or her to work
  independently.
  C) The RN should function with speed comparable to that of the other nurses.
  D) The RN should be able to develop plans of care and follow plans developed by the agency.



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Laws in some states are being amended to restrict the monetary liability of any party
according to the percentage of responsibility. Liability laws continue to be a major concern for
nurses, because nurses are being named in an increasing number of suits, although the total
number is still low. Nursing liability insurance tends not to be expensive and it provides
coverage in emergency situations.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
New graduates should be able to develop plans of care and follow plans, such as
care pathways, that have been developed by the agency. Proficiency, speed, and complete
independence are developed over time and with increased experience and orientation.



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