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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
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 2 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 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
A competent adult patient is scheduled for surgery. Who signs the informed consent form to allow the surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A competent adult patient must sign their own informed consent form to authorize surgery.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse explains the informed consent form to a patient who is scheduled for heart bypass surgery. Which of the following are elements of this consent form? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E,F
Rationale: A: Disclosure of risks and benefits. D: Patient understanding (comprehension). E: Patient's ability to consent (competence). F: Consent given freely (voluntariness).