A client with a bone infection had a central venous catheter ordered for the long-term administration of antibiotics
The intravenous line was inserted at the bedside by a qualified nurse, but the nurse was observed to make a serious lapse in aseptic technique and the client developed sepsis. What type of law most directly addresses this situation? A) Criminal law
B) Civil law
C) Common law
D) Statutory law
B
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This nurse has committed a breach of duty, which is an offense under civil law. It is unlikely that this constitutes a criminal offense. Statutory law and common law do not address such events that involve an act between two individuals.
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