The survivors of a patient who unexpectedly died in a hospital contact an attorney regarding a wrongful death against the hospital and two nurses. Review of the hospital's pertinent policy and procedures found them to be current. Review of the medical record revealed that policy and procedures were followed by the nurses. Based on this information, what is the likely strength of this case?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
◦ The survivors have a good case since hospital policy and procedures do not supersede national standards.
◦ The survivors have a good case since the death was unexpected.
◦ Since the patient is dead and cannot report variation from the standards, no case is possible.
◦ The case against the nurses is weak since they followed hospital policy and procedures.
◦ The case against the hospital is weak since policies and procedures are current.
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