A registered nurse administers the wrong medication to a patient. She does not notify anyone of the error and documents that the correct medication was administered
The nurse was reported to the state board of nursing. Which of the following actions can the state board of nursing take against the nurse in this situation?
a. Disciplinary action against the nurse's license to practice
b. Criminal misdemeanor charges against the nurse
c. Medical malpractice lawsuit against the nurse
d. Employment release from the institution
ANS: A
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