Vicarious Liability in Vocational Engineering Lawsuit

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Which of the following is NOT considered a form of libel?

Written publications

Spoken words (correct)

Medical records

DVDs or films

According to the principles discussed, which of the following is NOT a right that individuals should expect in the context of nursing practice?

Protection of their personal and professional reputations

Respect for their privacy and confidentiality

Caution from nurses when discussing or documenting information about them

Public disclosure of their medical records (correct)

Which of the following torts falls under the category of 'Trespass to the person'?

Breach of contract

False imprisonment (correct)

Defamation

Negligence

Which of the following statements about assault and battery is INCORRECT?

Assault and battery can result in monetary damages in civil cases. Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal term used to describe the threat of unwanted physical contact?

Assault Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, which of the following statements is TRUE?

Nurses should exercise caution when discussing or documenting information about individuals in their care. Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a restraint according to the text?

A device or action that restricts decision-making abilities Signup and view all the answers

In the context provided, what is False Imprisonment?

Restricting a person's movement without their consent Signup and view all the answers

Why might a person not be aware they have been detained in False Imprisonment cases?

It is necessary for the person to be physically confined for awareness Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered before authorizing a restrictive intervention according to the text?

Choosing the least restrictive option available Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is classified as a type of restraint mentioned in the text?

Chemical restraint Signup and view all the answers

In the context provided, what does it mean for a restraint to interfere with a person's ability to make decisions?

It restricts or hinders the individual's decision-making Signup and view all the answers

Under the doctrine of vicarious liability, an employer can be held liable for:

Actions committed by an employee during the course of employment Signup and view all the answers

If a nurse causes harm to a patient through negligence while acting within the scope of their employment, which statement is correct?

Both the nurse and the facility can be held legally liable Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can an institution be relieved of financial liability for the actions of its employee?

If the employee acted outside the scope of their employment Signup and view all the answers

If an institution is found liable for the actions of an employee, what recourse does the institution have?

The institution can seek to recover part or all of the money from the employee Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes a nurse's personal liability for actions carried out in the line of work?

Nurses have personal liability for actions carried out in the line of work and must ensure they work within the scope of employment Signup and view all the answers

If a facility is found partially liable for the actions of a nurse, what can the facility do regarding the financial liability?

The facility can seek to recover a portion or the full amount from the nurse Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, which statement is correct regarding liability for self-employed individuals?

Self-employed individuals need to have professional indemnity insurance as a mandatory requirement for registration. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the scenario provided, what is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?

Explain the procedure to the patient and reassure them, and then have an experienced nurse administer the enema. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the concept of vicarious liability?

Employers can be held liable for the negligent actions of their employees, as long as those actions were within the scope of employment. Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, which statement accurately describes the standards that a nurse should follow?

Nurses should adhere to professional standards and guidelines, even if they contradict instructions from their superiors. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a breach of duty for a healthcare professional?

Failing to obtain informed consent from a patient before performing a procedure. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which statement accurately describes the role of public liability and indemnity insurance for employers?

Employers are required to have public liability and indemnity insurance to cover any harm caused by their employees' actions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the MOST IMPORTANT aspect of informed consent?

Ensuring the person understands the benefits and risks Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a required capability for a person to make an informed decision?

Ability to communicate their choice to others Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key principle of informed consent?

The person has the right to revoke consent at any time if they are competent to do so Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of informed consent?

To allow the person to make an autonomous, informed decision about their care Signup and view all the answers

What is the RMIT classification of the informed consent information?

Trusted Signup and view all the answers