Answer to Question 1
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Battery exists when there is not consent, even if the client was not asked. In this case, the client has the right to refuse other treatment surrounding pre- and post-op care.
Rationale 2: Battery exists when there is not consent, even if the client was not asked. In this case, the client has the right to refuse other treatment surrounding pre- and post-op care.
Rationale 3: Consent is required before procedures are performed. Depending on the invasiveness of the procedure, a written consent may be required. The client signed a consent form for surgery, and the refusal for placement of a catheter should be respected. The nurse should document the incident and not continue with the procedure.
Rationale 4: - Calling the physician is not inappropriate but there is an option that addresses the situation appropriately.
Answer to Question 2
Correct Answer: Damages; Injury; Causation; Foreseeability; Breach of duty; Duty
Rationale : Six elements (those selected) must be present for a case of nursing malpractice to be proven. Negligence is misconduct or practice that falls below acceptable or expected standards. Malpractice is professional negligence-negligence that occurs while the person performs as a professional.
The nurse applies a pulse oximeter sensor on the client’s finger.
A computerized patient registration form used by offices with electronic health records.
W-4 form used by employees to request IRS withholding.
Jostling. A form of coarse vibration that includes mobilizing joints.
Testing the Achilles tendon reflex with client in a sitting position
Short form of amino acids