A nurse wants to follow the American Nurses Association's Social Media Policy (2011). Which actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
a. Never name or describe a patient.
b. Never have a blog.
c. Never post an image of the patient.
d. Never disparage a fellow employee.
e. Never report breaches of privacy.
A, C, D
The American Nurses Association has developed a Social Media Policy (2011), which recommends that when using social media sites, a nurse should never name or describe a patient, never post an image of a patient, and never disparage a fellow employee or employer. In addition, the professional nurse has an obligation to report breaches of privacy and confidentiality. Never having a blog is not a recommendation.
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