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FOUNDATIONS OF MATERNAL-NEWBORN AND WOMEN’S HEALTHNURSING 7TH EDITION MURRAY TEST BANK
, When asked to perform a procedure that the nurse has never done before, what should
the nurse do to legally protect himself or herself?
a. Go ahead and do it
b. Refuse to perform it, citing lack of knowledge
c. Discuss it with the charge nurse, asking for direction
d. Ask another nurse who has performed the procedure - ✔✔ANSW✔✔..C
The nurse is assisting a patient to clarify values by encouraging the expression of
feelings and thoughts related to the situation. What is the most appropriate action for
the nurse?
a. Compare values with those of the patient
b. Make a judgment
c. Withhold an opinion
d. Give advice - ✔✔ANSW✔✔..C
What fundamental principle must the nurse first observe when confronted with an
ethical decision?
a. Autonomy
b. Beneficence
c. Respect for people
d. Nonmaleficence - ✔✔ANSW✔✔..C
A nurse working on an acute care medical surgical unit is aware that his or her first duty
is to the patient's health, safety, and well-being. Given this knowledge, which of the
following is most necessary for the nurse to report?
a. Unethical behavior of other staff members
b. A worker who arrives late
c. Favoritism shown by nursing administration
d. Arguments among the staff - ✔✔ANSW✔✔..A
A nurse is considering purchasing malpractice insurance. What should the nurse be
aware of regarding malpractice insurance provided by the hospital?
a. Only offers protection while on duty
b. Is limited in the amount of coverage
c. Is difficult to renew
d. Can be terminated at any time - ✔✔ANSW✔✔..A
Which is a nursing care error that violates the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA)?
a. Administering a stronger dose of drug than was ordered
b. Refusing to give a patient's daughter information over the phone
c. Informing the patient's medical power of attorney of a medication change
d. Leaving a copy of the patient's history and physical in the photocopier -
✔✔ANSW✔✔..D
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