What is the pediatric nurse's best defense against an accusation of malpractice or negligence?
1. Following the physician's written orders
2. Meeting the scope and standards of practice for pediatric nursing
3. Being a nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist
4. Acting on the advice of the nurse manager
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Meeting the scope and standards of practice for pediatric nursing would cover the pediatric nurse against an accusation of malpractice or negligence because the standards are rigorous and cover all bases of excellent nursing practice. Following the physician's written orders or acting on the advice of the nurse manager are not enough to defend the nurse from accusations because the orders and/or advice may be wrong or unethical. Being a clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner does not defend the nurse against these accusations if he or she does not follow the Society of Pediatric Nurses standards of practice.
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