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What is the primary purpose of nursing jurisprudence?

  • To allow nurses to practice independently without legal oversight
  • To establish legal responsibilities for nursing actions (correct)
  • To create nursing care plans
  • To provide guidelines for ethical decision-making only

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of law in its comprehensive sense?

  • Commands us to do good and prohibits wrong
  • Promulgated by legitimate authority
  • Rule of action applicable to all creations
  • Only applicable to healthcare professionals (correct)

Which type of law deals with relationships among private individuals?

  • Criminal Law
  • Public Law
  • Private Law (correct)
  • International Law

Nursing legislation is characterized by which of the following?

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What is a key function of nursing law?

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What is the distinction of human laws from divine laws?

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Which of the following is included under public law?

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What defines the boundaries of independent nursing action?

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What characterizes homicide as opposed to murder?

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Which of the following circumstances would qualify an unlawful killing as murder?

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Which statement about intoxication in the context of crime is true?

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What is the definition of infanticide?

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What differentiates parricide from other forms of homicide?

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What principle emphasizes the inviolability of human life in nursing practice?

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Which of the following is considered a hallmark of nursing accountability?

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What is one key responsibility of Registered Nurses towards their patients?

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Which of the following reflects a Registered Nurse's obligation to the profession?

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Which statement best reflects the RN's relationship with other health care providers?

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What is a primary commitment of a Registered Nurse regarding the environment?

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Which of the following elements is a part of the RN's professional duties?

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How should a Registered Nurse handle patient confidentiality?

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What constitutes robbery?

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Which act is covered under the Dangerous Drug Act of 1972?

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What is the punishment for simulation of birth or the abandonment of a legitimate child?

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Which of the following is NOT a point to observe to avoid criminal liability in nursing?

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Under what circumstances may nurses administer controlled substances?

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What should nurses do if they have unclear orders?

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What is one key point to maintain good interpersonal relationships in nursing?

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What is essential for nurses regarding the patient's condition?

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What is a requirement for the defense of a relative to be valid?

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Which of the following is NOT an exempting circumstance?

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Which factor could lead to mitigating circumstances?

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Which statement correctly describes the concept of 'avoidance of the greater evil'?

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What is required for a lawful exercise of right to be justified?

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Under which condition would an individual NOT be criminally liable?

<p>A person acts under the impulse of uncontrollable fear. (C), A person performs a lawful act that accidentally causes harm. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following individuals would NOT be exempted from criminal liability?

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What must be demonstrated to avoid criminal liability under 'compulsion of an irresistible force'?

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What should employers do if the service charge is abolished?

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Which of the following actions is considered unlawful against an employee who filed a complaint?

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What must employers provide according to Article 132 for women employees?

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How long is the maternity leave granted to qualifying female employees?

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What is prohibited under Article 119 regarding statements made under this Code?

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What is one of the provisions for women employees in workplaces according to Article 132?

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What is a potential consequence for an employer who unlawfully retaliates against an employee?

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What minimum service duration is required for maternity leave eligibility?

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Flashcards

Nursing Jurisprudence

The study of legal aspects of nursing, including lawsuits, liabilities, legal principles, doctrines, and judicial precedents.

Nursing Legislation

Laws enacted by a legislative body (e.g., Congress) and approved by the head of state - these laws directly affect the science, art, and practice of nursing.

Law

A rule of action or a norm of conduct that applies to all things created; specifically, a rule of conduct that is just, obligatory, and made by a legitimate authority for the common good.

Public Law

Laws that regulate the relationships between individuals and the government or government agencies.

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Private Law

Laws that regulate relationships between private individuals.

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Function of Nursing Jurisprudence: Framework for Legal Nursing Actions

It sets the legal boundaries for nursing actions in client care.

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Function of Nursing Jurisprudence: Differentiating Nurse Responsibilities

It clarifies the responsibilities of nurses and distinguishes them from other healthcare professionals.

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Function of Nursing Jurisprudence: Boundaries of Independent Nursing Action

It outlines what nurses can and cannot do independently in their practice.

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Respect for Individual Beliefs

Respecting an individual's personal beliefs, values, and customs, regardless of whether the nurse agrees with them.

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Respect for Patient Autonomy

Nurses must respect a patient's right to make their own decisions regarding their healthcare, even if the nurse disagrees.

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Confidentiality of Patient Information

Nurses are obligated to protect the confidentiality of patient information obtained during care, sharing it only with authorized individuals.

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Nurses as Patient Advocates

Nurses must act in the best interest of their patients, advocating for their rights and ensuring they receive quality care.

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Professional Responsibility and Accountability

Nurses must be aware of the ethical, legal, and moral implications of their actions, always striving for the best outcome for all involved.

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Collaboration within the Healthcare Team

Nurses must maintain positive and collaborative relationships with other healthcare professionals for the benefit of the patient.

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Nurses' Role in Society

Nurses have an important role in promoting healthy environments and contributing to the health and well-being of the community.

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Commitment to Nursing Profession

Nurses are expected to actively participate in professional development, contribute to the advancement of the profession, and advocate for improved working conditions for nurses.

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Defense of Self

Acting in defense of oneself when facing unlawful aggression, but only if the defense was necessary to repel the attack and there was no provocation from the defender.

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Defense of a Relative

Acting to defend a relative from unlawful aggression, also requiring the defense to be necessary and without provocation by the defender.

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Defense of a Stranger

When a person defends a stranger from an unlawful attack, fulfilling the same requirements of necessity and no provocation by the defender.

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Avoidance of the Greater Evil

Choosing a lesser evil to prevent a greater evil, when the chosen act minimizes harm.

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Fulfillment of Duty or Lawful Exercise of Right

Acting legally within the scope of one's duty or rights, even if it causes harm accidentally.

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Obedience to a Lawful Order by a Superior

Obeying a lawful order from a superior, even if it results in unintentional harm.

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Exempting Circumstances

Circumstances that completely absolve an individual from criminal liability due to the absence of mental capacity or control. It involves the lack of freedom, intelligence, or intent, and includes cases like insanity, being a minor, or acting under irresistible force.

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Mitigating Circumstances

Factors that lessen the severity of a crime and reduce the punishment due to mitigating circumstances that lessen the moral culpability of the offender. Such circumstances may include age, provocation, or lack of intent to commit such a grave wrong.

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Moral Turpitude

An act that goes against widely accepted moral principles and social norms of right conduct.

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Murder

The unlawful killing of a human being by another person, with specific aggravating circumstances such as treachery, premeditation, or cruelty.

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Homicide

The killing of a human being that does not meet the criteria for murder or parricide.

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Abortion

The expulsion of a developing fetus from the womb before it can survive independently, either intentionally or unintentionally.

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Infanticide

The killing of a baby who is less than 3 days old.

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What is robbery?

Stealing property from a person directly or in their presence.

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What is the Dangerous Drug Act of 1972?

This law covers how controlled drugs are made, distributed, and used.

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What is the crime of simulating birth?

A crime against a person's legal identity that involves altering birth records or substituting one child for another.

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Can nurses give out controlled substances?

Nurses are only allowed to administer controlled substances with a written prescription.

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What is the most important thing for a nurse to avoid criminal liability?

To avoid legal problems, nurses should be familiar with their professional responsibilities and the laws that apply to their practice.

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What should nurses be careful about when accepting responsibility?

Nurses should work within their area of expertise and only take on responsibilities they are qualified for.

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What should a nurse do if a problem is too big to handle?

When problems arise, nurses should escalate them to their supervisors for guidance and support.

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Why should nurses verify orders?

Nurses must carefully verify unclear or questionable orders before following them.

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Retaliatory measures against employees

An employer cannot retaliate against an employee for filing a complaint or testifying in a legal proceeding related to wage and benefits.

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Facilities for women in the workplace

Employers are required to provide certain facilities for women employees, like separate restrooms, dressing rooms, and in some cases, a nursery.

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Maternity leave benefits

Every employer must provide maternity leave with full pay for a pregnant woman employee who has worked for at least six months in the last twelve months.

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False reporting in labor law

It is unlawful for anyone to make false statements or reports regarding labor laws and regulations.

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Integration of service charge in wages

If the service charge is abolished, the share of the covered employees will be integrated into their wages.

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Distribution of service charges among employees

The share of the employees from service charges is distributed equally among them.

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Secretary of Labor's role in women's workplace safety

The Secretary of Labor and Employment is responsible for setting standards to ensure the safety and health of women employees.

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Study Notes

Introduction to Nursing Jurisprudence

  • Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to actual or potential health problems.
  • Nurses assist individuals, sick or well, in performing activities needed for health, recovery or peaceful death.
  • A profession is a calling where professionals have acquired special knowledge.
  • Nursing is an occupation with unique skills, attitudes, and knowledge, providing specialized service.
  • Professional nursing (per the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002) involves providing nursing care to individuals, families, and communities. This includes care from conception to old age, promoting health and preventing illness.
  • Nurses collaborate with other healthcare providers.
  • Nurses provide care using the nursing process, including therapeutic use of self, healthcare techniques and procedures, essential primary healthcare, comfort measures, health teachings, and medication administration.

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Test your knowledge on nursing jurisprudence and the laws that govern nursing practices. This quiz covers key concepts, definitions, and distinctions between different types of law relevant to nursing legislation and ethical boundaries in healthcare. Prepare to enhance your understanding of the legal aspects of nursing.

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