When someone is accused of violating a ____________________, the government at the county, city, state, or federal level imposes appropriate punishments
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
criminal law
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The nurse is talking with an older client who has a history of multiple hospitalizations and a recent decline in mental status. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement to improve the client's overall health?
1. Have the client evaluated for long-term care. 2. Obtain a referral for a comprehensive evaluation. 3. Collect an accurate and thorough health history. 4. Provide the appropriate amount of help for normal activities.
The court found a nurse manager liable for failure to warn. Which option reflects a failure to warn scenario?
1. The nurse manager did not adequately supervise a newly hired nurse who had not practiced nursing in five years. 2. The nurse manager did not tell a potential employer that a former employee was asked to resign for incompetence. 3. The nurse manager did not advise a newly hired nurse that continuing education was an annual requirement for promotion. 4. The nurse manager did not notify the physician regarding worsening of a patient's respiratory status.
An adolescent is hospitalized after a violent physical outburst and tells the nurse, "I'm going to kill my parents, but you can't tell them." Select the nurse's initial response
a. "You're right. Federal law requires me to keep information private." b. "Those kinds of threats will make your hospitalization longer." c. "You really should share this thought with your psychiatrist." d. "I am required to talk to the treatment team about your threats."
It is essential that each sector of the food chain follow correct food handling procedures in order to
a. meet nutrient guidelines. b. have a safe food supply. c. have tasty food products. d. maintain an inexpensive food supply.