A family member of a patient files a complaint against an ICU nurse, claiming that the nurse improperly transferred the patient from a wheelchair to the hospital bed, resulting in a back injury to the patient
Assuming that the nurse's due process rights are observed, which of the following actions would be most advisable for the nurse?
A) Plan to appeal to a court if the State Board of Nursing rules against her.
B) Sue the State Board of Nursing if her license is suspended before she is found guilty.
C) Acquire legal counsel and have him or her question the board's witnesses.
D) Continue nursing practice if her license is suspended, as such a suspension violates her constitutional rights.
A
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A) Cultural B) Socioeconomic C) Marital status D) Racial
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a. Disulfiram b. Thiamine c. Ondansetron d. Antidepressants
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A. 1.5 tablets B. 0.5 tablet C. 1 tablet D. 2 tablets
Which are common characteristics of medication errors?(Select all that apply.)
1. Related to professional practice 2. Provider prescribing 3. Patient education 4. Nursing administration