In a legal suit, what element is necessary to prove a tort has been committed?
a. Intent c. Injury
b. Assault d. Malpractice
C
There are four elements that need to be present in a malpractice case, one of which is patient in-jury. The patient will have to prove that the specific nursing action caused injury or harm. The nurse, as a defendant, does not have a "burden of proof.".
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A) Multiple regression B) ANCOVA C) Logistic regression D) Factor analysis
The nurse instructs a client diagnosed with urticaria on common self care measures, which include
a. antihistamines. b. corticosteroids. c. nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). d. warm oatmeal baths.
Which of the following interventions would be a priority when providing care to a client recovering from thoracic injuries sustained from a motor vehicle accident?
1. Monitor urine output 2. Assess vital signs 3. Assist to deep breath and cough every two hours 4. Perform passive range of motion to all extremities
A student nurse learns how to give injections from the nurse manager. This is an example of the acquisition of what type of knowledge?
A) Authoritative B) Traditional C) Scientific D) Applied