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faduma

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A client is admitted to a hospital for bronchial asthma and is allergic to certain smells. A nurse sprays freshener in the room. The client develops an allergy because of the freshener and his condition worsens.
 
  It is clear that the action of the nurse amounts to an offense. Under what category can the offense be classified? A) Negligence
  B) Tort
  C) Battery
  D) Malpractice

Question 2

A nurse is checking the qualities by which a hospital is accredited. Which standard is considered during the accreditation process?
 
  A) Minimum standards of service to client and community
  B) Years the hospital has been in existence
  C) Cost of treatment
  D) Number of staff employed



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

A



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