Author Question: Nursing codes of ethics support which of the following? a. Patients can receive emergency ... (Read 41 times)

gbarreiro · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Nursing codes of ethics support which of the following?

a. Patients can receive emergency treatment regardless of their ability to pay.
b. Nurses will educate patients about advance directives.
c. Nurses with HIV must disclose their condition to their employer.
d. Patients have the right to dignity, privacy, and safety.

Question 2

Upon initial assessment of a 75-year-old patient, you identify bruises and scratches on the patient's arms, legs, and trunk in various stages of healing. You notify your supervisor when you suspect the patient may be a victim of physical abuse.

You are complying with which of the following state laws?
a. Good Samaritan Law
b. Mandatory Reporting Law
c. Nurse Practice Act
d. Nursing Standards of Practice