A nurse is considering purchasing malpractice insurance. What should the nurse be aware of regarding malpractice insurance provided by the hospital?
a. Only offers protection while on duty
b. Is limited in the amount of coverage
c. Is difficult to renew
d. Can be terminated at any time
ANS: A
Most institutional insurance only provides liability coverage if the nurse is on duty at that facility.
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A) Teaching proper care procedures B) Dealing with insurance coverage C) Determining success of treatment D) Transmitting information to family members
The nurse is caring for a client in preterm labor at 20 weeks' gestation. The physician says, "Well, I guess we need to start a drip." While waiting for a specific order, the nurse anticipates the administration of:
A) oxytocin (Pitocin). B) terbutaline (Brethine). C) betamethasone (Celestone). D) prostaglandins ().
There are several features of an ideal nursing intervention. What does salient mean in the ideal nursing intervention?
A) Addressing a pressing problem B) Leading to improved client outcomes C) Avoiding any adverse outcomes, burdens, or stress D) Demonstrating sensitivity to various groups
A critically ill patient has been diagnosed with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT). What symptoms would the nurse expect?
A) Gastric aspirate with positive guaiac test B) Oozing of blood around intravenous sites C) Sudden severe hypoxia and lateral chest pain D) Red blood cells in urine