What is a significant action a nurse can take to prevent being named in malpractice suits?
a. Refuse to care for suit-prone patients.
b. Carry professional liability insurance.
c. Maintain updated professional knowledge and skills.
d. Check with a nursing supervisor before undertaking care.
C
When you become a registered nurse, you will have a license to practice nursing. This license sets certain standards, which you must follow as a nurse in the state. Should you not live up to these standards, your state can take away your ability to practice as a nurse. The best way to maintain those standards to practice professionally is to stay updated on skills and knowledge. Refusing to care for patients does not prevent you from being named in other malpractice suits. Carrying professional liability insurance does not prevent a malpractice suit but may provide assistance and monies in paying out claims. Although it is important to check with a supervisor about questions concerning nursing care, it may not prevent you from being named if you perform a procedure or intervention incorrectly.
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