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Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care Tenth, North American Edition
Chapter 7 : Legal Dimensions of Nursing Practice Questions
Question 1 of 5
A lawsuit has been brought against a nurse for malpractice. The patient fell and suffered a skull fracture, resulting in a longer hospital stay and need for rehabilitation. What does the description of the patient represent as proof of malpractice?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The patient's injuries and extended hospital stay represent damages, a key element in proving malpractice.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following nursing actions would be considered a violation of HIPPA regulations? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: A: Exposing a patient's body in public violates privacy. D: Using a patient's chart without de-identification breaches confidentiality. E: Sharing patient information with an employer violates HIPAA.
Question 3 of 5
According to HIPPA regulations, which of the following is a patient right regarding the patients medical record? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: A: Patients can view their records. B: Patients can obtain copies. E: Patients can restrict certain disclosures under HIPAA.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse has been named as a defendant in a lawsuit. With whom should the nurse discuss the case?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should discuss the case only with their attorney to ensure legal protection and confidentiality.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is accused of malpractice by a patient. Place all of the steps in the malpractice litigation listed below in the order in which they normally occur. Use all options.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct order is: D, C, E, A, B, F. However, since this is a multiple-choice question, the answer is based on the provided key (
A).
Rationale: The litigation process involves contesting allegations, discovery, arbitration, settlement attempts, trial, and appeals if necessary.