Breach of Duty of Care and Negligence in Healthcare Settings
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What was the frequency of checking on Patient A required by the level 3 observation?

  • Every 2 hours
  • Every 30 minutes (correct)
  • Every 15 minutes
  • Every hour
  • What did the nurses do instead of checking on Patient A?

  • They fabricated records and declared he was 'settled' or 'sleeping' (correct)
  • They conducted medication rounds
  • They performed a physical examination
  • They consulted with a psychiatrist
  • What was the goal of the level 3 observation in Patient A's case?

  • To provide emotional support
  • To monitor his medication
  • To safeguard his safety (correct)
  • To diagnose his mental illness
  • What did Watkins' actions demonstrate?

    <p>A blatant disregard for patient safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the nurses have a legal duty of care to monitor Patient A's safety?

    <p>Because of his mental illness and suicidal thoughts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of the nurses' actions?

    <p>Patient A received inadequate care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the direct cause of Patient A's tragic passing?

    <p>The nurse's failure to monitor him properly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of the Garden View Aged Care facility's actions regarding Terry Reeves' restraint?

    <p>It violated the patient's rights and dignity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Gibbs Reflective Cycle, what is the first step in reflecting on the situation?

    <p>Description</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should restraints be used for in dementia care, according to the Restraint principles?

    <p>As a last resort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the family's agreement with the Garden View Aged Care facility regarding the use of restraints?

    <p>They agreed to the use of restraints for 1-2 hours at a time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the requirements of the Restraint principles that was not implemented for Terry Reeves?

    <p>Informed Consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

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