The charge nurse on a busy inpatient psychiatric unit is concerned because a nurse and a nursing assistant have called out for the shift. Upon calling the nursing office, the charge nurse is informed that there is no one to replace them
In addition, the emergency call button at the nurse's station is malfunctioning. This charge nurse sees this as a violation of: a. Legal rights
b. The patient bill of rights
c. Care provider rights
d. Ethical principles
C
Care provider rights provide for respect, safety, and competent assistance. Patient's Bill of Rights deals with provision for client rights. Legal rights are not impacted and although ethical principles serve as behavior guidelines, it is not the most appropriate response in this case.
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