The nurse is surveying medical records to look for violations of client rights. The finding that would
signal a violation of client rights is
a. no treatment plan present in record.
b. client belongings searched at admission.
c. physical restraint used to prevent harm to self.
d. client was placed on one-to-one continuous observation.
ANS: A
The client has the right to have a treatment plan. Option B: Inspecting client belongings is performed
as a safety measure. Clients have the right to a safe environment. Options C and D: Clients have the
right to be protected against the possible impulse to harm oneself that occurs as a result of a mental
disorder.
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