Other legal issues exam

On April 3rd, Lisa Morgan, a Registered Nurse with 5 years of experience at Central City Hospital, was administering medication to Mr. David Thompson, a 68-year-old patient with chronic back pain.

Given the error Lisa made in the documentation, which of the following actions should she take to rectify the mistake in the MAR? Select all that apply

Peter, a 58-year-old man with a history of depression, has expressed a desire to end his life due to uncontrolled chronic pain. His healthcare provider is faced with an ethical dilemma.

Which of the following actions related to assisted suicide or euthanasia is legally permissible in certain jurisdictions? Select all that apply

Elena, a 40-year-old woman, is scheduled for elective surgery. She becomes extremely agitated and confused due to an unexpected drug reaction the night before the surgery.
The surgical team considers using restraints to prevent her from removing her IV line.

What should the surgical team primarily consider before placing Elena in restraints?

Gregory, a 28-year-old with a severe intellectual disability, is accused of theft. During preliminary hearings, he demonstrates significant difficulty understanding court proceedings.

Based on Gregory's presentation, what might the court decide regarding his ability to stand trial?

Question: Given the information shared by Mrs. Mitchell about the source of her injuries, how should Nurse Emily appropriately respond?

Emily, a 40-year-old woman, was diagnosed with terminal cancer. As her condition deteriorates, she discusses her end-of-life preferences with her healthcare team.

Which of the following are legally recognized directives that Emily can establish to communicate her wishes about medical treatment? Select all that apply

A 14-year-old boy named Tim is undergoing a complex surgery. The nurse realizes there isn't informed consent on his file.

Question: In most scenarios, the person responsible for providing informed consent for Tim is

Mr. Rodriguez, a 78-year-old male with a history of Parkinson's disease and recent hip surgery, was admitted to the rehabilitation unit three days ago. On the evening of 10th March, at approximately 8:45 pm, Nurse Anderson was at the nursing station when she heard a cry for help. Upon entering Mr. Rodriguez's room, she found him lying on the floor beside his bed. After ensuring his safety and performing an initial assessment, she documented the incident.

In the context of accurately documenting the incident involving Mr. Rodriguez, which of the following three statements should Nurse Anderson include in the occurrence report? 

Margaret, an 80-year-old woman with advanced Alzheimer's disease, is found wandering her neighborhood, unable to recognize her surroundings or explain her actions. Her family seeks a competency hearing to determine her ability to manage her affairs.

As a nurse providing testimony at the competency hearing, which is the most relevant information to convey?

Emily, a 15-year-old girl, arrives at a community clinic alone. She expresses concern about recent symptoms she has been experiencing and is seeking medical attention. Emily reveals that she ran away from home due to unsafe living conditions and hasn't been in contact with her parents for several weeks.

In which of the following circumstances can a healthcare provider treat Emily without obtaining parental or legal guardian consent? Select all that apply.

Jacob, a 50-year-old male, is pronounced brain-dead following a motorcycle accident. His family is devastated and overwhelmed. The ICU nurse approached the family to discuss the possibility of organ donation, as Jacob was a registered organ donor.

Which of the following should the nurse prioritize when discussing organ donation with Jacob's family?

On the morning of September 15th, Maria Rodriguez, a 56-year-old patient at St. John's Medical Center, was in a stable condition after undergoing a successful gallbladder surgery three days prior. As she was recovering, Maria shared with her primary care nurse, Emily Stevens, that she was in the process of finalizing an instructional directive. Maria disclosed that her lawyer would be bringing the necessary document to the hospital later that day for signatures from witnesses.
Given the legal weight and ethical implications associated with such a document, Maria asked for Emily's assistance in securing a witness for the same.
Considering the hospital's policy, ethical considerations, and the best interests of the patient, Emily was to determine the most suitable response.

In light of Maria's request for assistance in obtaining a witness for her instructional directive, what should be Emily's most appropriate course of action?

David, a 35-year-old male, is brought to the psychiatric unit after he committed a crime. He has a long history of schizophrenia and his defense attorney plans to use an insanity defense.

Which of the following factors would most support an insanity defense for David?

Jessica is a 16-year-old girl who comes to the clinic and expresses that she started a sexual relationship with a new partner and requests birth control pills without her parent's knowledge.

In which situations can Jessica be considered eligible to begin the process as an emancipated minor? Select all that apply.

Sarah, a 30-year-old lawyer, is brought into the trauma bay of the emergency department following a high-speed motor vehicle collision on the highway.  The medical team determines that immediate surgical intervention is crucial to save her life.
However, her status as a single woman with no immediate family available poses a challenge. The only personal items retrieved from the crash site include her purse containing a legal document with her signature.

Given the urgency and the clinical presentation, which of the following are legally sound reasons to proceed with Sarah's surgery without obtaining explicit informed consent?