Why must the nurse always know the laws concerning nursing in the state where the nurse is employed? Select all that apply
A. Because the nurse is required to practice consistent with such laws.
B. Because the nurse may be sued at any time for any reason.
C. Because the nurse may be terminated by the agency if the law is not upheld.
D. Because the nurse may have to quote the law to clients to explain nursing procedures.
E. Because it will protect the agency from lawsuits brought by unhappy clients.
F. Because it will protect the rights of both the nurses giving care and their clients.
ANS: A, F
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