Legal Nursing. Civil law exam

A 60-year-old female patient presents to the emergency department with mild chest pain and dizziness.
Based on the presented clinical information, which of the following would indicate there was a legal duty to ensure that this patient be admitted for an overnight stay for observations? Select all that apply

A nurse reveals to the media that a famous patient was admitted for substance abuse treatment. This action can have which of the following legal implications?

In a legal case against a nursing home regarding the alleged neglect of an 85-year-old male patient with advanced Alzheimer's, an expert witness is called upon to testify. The expert is a geriatric nurse practitioner with 10 years of experience working in outpatient settings. The patient, during his stay at the nursing home, developed severe pressure ulcers, had multiple falls, and exhibited significant weight loss.
Based on the context provided, which of the following questions regarding the expert witness's expertise and clinical background might be raised by the defendant nursing home? Select all that apply

A patient is admitted to the ER with symptoms of a stroke. Due to negligence, the nurse administers a contraindicated drug, exacerbating the patient's condition. Which legal repercussions might follow?

A 40-year-old female client diagnosed with breast cancer is overwhelmed with the various treatment options presented to her. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action for the nurse?

In a scenario where a registered nurse unintentionally administers an excessively high dosage of insulin to a patient, mistaking it for a standard saline solution due to a labeling error, what potential legal consequences might arise?

A nurse posts on her social media about a colleague's error in administering medication, without naming the colleague. Still, internal staff easily deduce the identity. This could lead to which legal implications?

During an argument, a nurse threatens a non-compliant patient that they will be tied down if they don't cooperate. This statement might result in which legal scenarios?

Sarah, a registered nurse with 5 years of experience in a tertiary hospital, has recently been under investigation for various allegations. The hospital's internal investigation committee has found evidence pointing toward questionable activities she might have engaged in during her tenure. From the list below, which of the following activities would classify as felonies, larceny, negligence, or misdemeanors in the nursing setting?

After the incident involving the 82-year-old patient who fell and subsequently passed away due to a C. difficile infection, the nursing home conducted a thorough internal review. Based on the details presented, which of the following factors or actions can be linked to potential negligence or a lapse in standard care by the nursing home? Select all that apply

A 78-year-old patient with a diagnosis of dementia is scheduled for a bronchoscopy following chronic respiratory issues. On the day of the procedure, he repeatedly stated, "I don't want that tube!" What should the nurse's primary response be?

A 23-year-old male patient was brought by the police to the emergency department with erratic behavior. The police officer reports he has been increasingly withdrawn and has voiced thoughts of self-harm. A nurse is considering the potential for involuntary admission under the Baker Act. Which of the following criteria must be met for this client for the Baker Act to be legally enacted? Select all that apply

A patient in a psychiatric unit is not allowed to leave his room, even though he hasn't displayed any aggressive behavior or intent to harm. This restriction can lead to which legal scenarios?

A nurse writes false accusations about a colleague's practice in the nursing notes. This is termed:

In the waiting area, a nurse discusses a teenager's positive HIV status with a colleague, unaware that the patient's schoolteacher is seated nearby.
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