Which initial statement should an emergency department nurse make to a rape victim?
A) "I'm very sorry this happened to you."
B) "You are safe here."
C) "You're not to blame."
D) "It's not your fault."
B
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A client has returned from a transurethral resection of the prostate with a continuous bladder irrigation. Which action by the nurse is a priority if bright red urinary drainage and clots are noted 5 hours after the surgery?
a. Review the hemoglobin and hematocrit as ordered. b. Take vital signs and notify the surgeon immediately. c. Release the traction on the three-way catheter. d. Remind the client not to pull on the catheter.
The nursing instructor is speaking to a group of nursing students about standards of care. Which comment made by the nursing student indicates the need for further education about the standards of care?
A) "Standards of care are based on models of high-quality performance." B) "Process standards focus on the steps used to lead to a particular outcome." C) "Process standards focus on human resources, and general organizational structure." D) "Outcome standards focus on the performance of a process."
During a home visit, the nurse is concerned that an older patient is experiencing caregiver neglect. What did the nurse assess in this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Agitation 2. Listlessness 3. Dry, cracked skin 4. Bruises on both arms 5. Skin irritation on both inner thighs
All of the following are components of liability except
A. Breach of duty B. Chain of command C. Damages/loss