In which of the following cases could a recent nursing graduate, if sued, be found liable for not adhering to the standards of practice for a procedure the nurse had never before performed alone?
a. following the procedure as described in the facility's policy and procedure manual
b. recognizing signs and symptoms of an adverse reaction within 10 minutes of initial symptoms
c. requesting help from another nurse after stopping the procedure
d. stopping the procedure upon recognizing an adverse reaction
C
Standards of practice are derived from many different sources. Boards of nursing establish standards of practice, and these are reflected in the nurse practice act. Professional organizations, such as the American Nurses Association (ANA) and the National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses (NFLPN), also develop standards of practice for registered nurses and licensed practical/vocational nurses, respectively.
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