A 12-year-old client needs to have treatment that involves a surgical procedure that will save the child’s life. The parents refuse to give consent for the procedure based on their personal convictions. Which of the following is allowable for the healthcare team in response?
A registered nurse is asked to administer a drug that is considered an anesthesia induction agent. The nurse is not sure if this is within her scope of practice. Which of the following describes the nursing scope of practice? Select all that apply.
A client is upset about the treatment received while in the hospital, and wants to leave AMA. The nurse should inform the client that it is within the client’s right to leave the hospital but should also include what information when care is refused? Select all that apply.
A nurse who works in the emergency department has been caring for a client who is angry and complains about the care given. Before leaving the room, the client tells the nurse, “I’m going to sue this hospital. This has been terrible!” What actions could the nurse take that would best prevent litigation? Select all that apply
After finishing a shift, a nurse uses the public restroom and encounters a colleague with a syringe and needle. The nurse remembers that this colleague has had odd behavior for the past three months and has become much more irresponsible and sloppy with work. The nurse is considering reporting the situation. Which best describes the action the nurse should take first?
A nurse takes the NCLEX exam and passes to obtain a license to practice. The license is issued by the State Board of Nursing. What are other examples of roles of the State Board of Nursing? Select all that apply.
Which of the following best describes the concept of a compact state for nursing licensure?
Which of the following individuals would be considered an emancipated minor?
A nurse made a mistake with administering a medication, which caused her client to become ill and to stay in the hospital an extra day. The nurse is considering telling the client that it was the nurse’s mistake that caused the complications. Which implications should the nurse consider when disclosing this information to the client?
Which of the following situations best describes a breach of duty to act?
