Which action could result in the nurse being charged with conversion of property?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
1. The nurse removes the patient's shirt and bra during treatment of a fractured ankle.
2. The nurse removes a package of cigarettes from a patient's robe pocket.
3. The nurse takes the patient's picture without permission.
4. The nurse searches a patient's suitcase for evidence of illegal drugs.
5. The nurse places a patient in four-point restraints to place a nasogastric tube.
1,2
Rationale: Removing the patient's clothing, especially if done against the patient's will, could be construed as conversion of property. This is especially the case if there is no apparent reason for the clothing to be removed.
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