The central question in any charge of malpractice is whether the prevailing standard of care was met. Which of the following are considered part of the standard of nursing care? (Select all that apply.)
a. Basic prudent nursing care is a standard.
b. Health care providers determine standards of care in health care settings.
c. Standards of care are never changing.
d. Standards are based on the ethical principle of nonmaleficence.
e. National standards of nursing practice are standards for all nurses.
ANS: A, D, E
Correct
The standard of care reflects a basic minimum level of prudent care for the nurse based on the ethical principle of nonmaleficence or "to do no harm," and the national standards of nursing relevant to the situation at that time.
Incorrect
Nurses, not other health care providers, are responsible for determining whether the standard of nursing care was met. As nursing practice develops, the standards of care change accordingly.
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