A nurse has been providing care for a 69-year-old female client ...

[stevenposner]

A nurse has been providing care for a 69-year-old female client who has recently had her right foot amputated as a result of a chronic diabetic foot ulcer.
 
  The nurse undertook to perform debridement of the wound despite lacking the relevant education and experience. The client experienced permanent nerve damage as a result of the nurse's misguided efforts. Which category of legal liability is most likely relevant in this case? A) Larceny
  B) Assault
  C) Invasion of privacy
  D) Negligence

Question 2

A 75-year-old is a new attendee at strength training class. Which of the following schedules is most appropriate for this client?
 
  A) Eight repetitions for each muscle group at least twice weekly on the weight machines.
  B) Eight repetitions of both push-ups and pull-ups at least twice weekly.
  C) Twelve repetitions with low-weight free weights at least twice weekly.
  D) Strength training once a week, and resistance and isometric training twice weekly.

[FergA]

Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
Negligence involves the commission of an improper act, as exemplified by the nurse's actions. Larceny is tantamount to theft, while assault involves a deliberate threat to harm. The situation would not be categorized as an invasion of privacy.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
The better program for the elderly includes more repetitions with lower weights. Resistance and isometric training are not recommended for this age group.