Continuing with Mrs. Smith, Janet proceeds to start an IV with D5W so that the ambulance will have immediate venous access for medication. Janet is guilty of
a. Nothing: The Nurse Practice Act and facility procedures support this action
b. Negligence: She is not IV certified
c. Omission: She did not chart the action
d. None of the above
B
The Nurse Practice Act and facility standards would not condone a non–IV certified nurse starting an IV.
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