If the nurse is the subject of a lawsuit, the nurse will typically attempt to demonstrate that his/her behavior was appropriate. To do this most effectively, the nurse may use which of the following?
A. Call an expert witness to testify that the behavior was prudent and reasonable for a nurse in such a situation.
B. An attorney will argue that the physician was responsible for the nurse's behavior, and therefore the suit should be against the physician.
C. Confirm that the textbooks the nurse had while enrolled in nursing education suggested the action that the nurse performed.
D. Explain that the client told the nurse to engage in that behavior, and the client has the authority to decide on personal care.
ANS: A
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