The nurse arrives to work impaired and under the influence of alcohol. What patient right has this nurse infringed on?
1. Research-related rights
2. Right to refuse treatment or medication
3. Right to be fully informed about procedures
4. The right to safe care
ANS: 4
The impaired nurse cannot deliver safe patient care and is infringing on the patient's right to safe care.
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