Nurse T. has been notified by her state board of nursing that a complaint has been lodged regarding her practice. How should Nurse T. best respond to this news?
A) Retain the services of an attorney.
B) Organize a private meeting between her and the complainant.
C) Have colleagues write statements attesting to her competence.
D) Explore practice opportunities in other states.
Ans: A
The individual being investigated for any violation of the Nurse Practice Act should
have an attorney who is knowledgeable about professional disciplinary issues from the time of
notification of the complaint. This is an important action, whether or not there are grounds for
the accusation. A meeting with the complainant would be inappropriate, and enlisting support
from colleagues would be a secondary concern compared with hiring an attorney. It would be
premature, and likely inappropriate, to explore options out-of-state at this early stage.
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