A nurse is preparing to assess a 9-year-old child who has been ...

[sdfghj]

A nurse is preparing to assess a 9-year-old child who has been sexually abused. Which of the following would be the priority for the nurse?
 
  A) Finding out when the abuse occurred
  B) Documenting the assessment for use in court
  C) Using anatomically correct dolls to elicit information
  D) Ensuring that the environment is safe and supportive

Question 2

Two nurses are discussing the rights of hospitalized psychiatric clients. Which of the following statements is in error?
 
  A) Confidentiality allows for the disclosure of information under specific circumstances.
  B) If a committed client is also found to be incompetent, he loses his rights under the Patient's Bill of Rights.
  C) Privileged communication does not apply to medical records, and they can be used in court.
  D) The hospital is not responsible for the safety of a client's belongings.

[tofugiraffe]

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback: Being committed and incompetent does not negate the Patient's Bill of Rights.

[sdfghj]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[debra928]

Great answer, keep it coming