When the emergency room physician refuses to report a suspected child abuse case, the nurse should:
a. Notify hospital authorities
b. Report it
c. Notify the hospital chaplain
d. Call the police
B
Although the doctor should have reported it, most states accept reports from any professional who has contact with children.
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The nursing staff quality improvement committee recommends a new practice change be implemented based on outcome analysis. Which response by the manager would be most effective in fostering the empowerment of the nurses?
1. "We'll take this to all the hospital committees and see if they approve it." 2. "This is a great idea—let's share your success with the other units." 3. "You have done a nice job. I'll revise this and then we can write a policy on it." 4. "I don't think the physicians will want you to continue this, but it was a good effort."
Which is the priority nursing diagnosis when planning care for an infant who is diagnosed with a severe case of oral thrush (Candida albicans)?
1. Ineffective Infant Feeding Pattern related to discomfort 2. Ineffective Breathing Pattern related to oral thrush 3. Activity Intolerance related to oral thrush 4. Ineffective Airway Clearance related to mucus
The ethical decision-making process is being used for a patient regarding the use of life support measures. What action should the nurse take as the final step in this decision-making process?
a. Evaluate the outcomes. b. Implement the decision. c. Clarify the values of all the participants. d. Determine which action has the strongest ethical support.
Family members may feel guilty for admitting a loved one to the hospital.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)