Legal Aspects of Nursing
Description: This quiz covers the legal aspects of nursing, including the nurse's scope of practice, liability, and ethical responsibilities. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: nursing legal ethics |
What is the primary legal document that defines the scope of practice for nurses?
What is the legal principle that holds nurses accountable for their actions and omissions?
What is the legal defense that nurses can use to defend themselves against a negligence claim?
What is the legal principle that requires nurses to obtain informed consent from patients before performing procedures or treatments?
What is the legal time limit for filing a negligence claim against a nurse?
What is the federal law that requires hospitals to provide emergency medical treatment to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay?
What is the legal responsibility of nurses to protect patient confidentiality?
What is the legal responsibility of nurses to report suspected child abuse or neglect?
What is the legal responsibility of nurses to report suspected elder abuse or neglect?
What is the legal responsibility of nurses to provide culturally competent care?
What is the legal responsibility of nurses to advocate for their patients?
What is the legal responsibility of nurses to participate in continuing education?
What is the legal responsibility of nurses to document patient care?
What is the legal responsibility of nurses to report medication errors?
What is the legal responsibility of nurses to report unsafe working conditions?