116 Questions
Which term refers to the legal requirement for a nurse to be answerable for their actions and to accept responsibility for the outcomes of their nursing practice?
Accountability
What term is used to describe a legal document that allows an individual to make their healthcare decisions known in advance, in case they become unable to communicate their wishes?
Advance directive
Which term refers to the act of intentionally causing apprehension of harmful or offensive contact with another person, without their consent?
Assault
Which of the following is a potential consequence of violating public law?
Damages
What is the purpose of an advance directive?
To express the patient's wishes for future treatment
Which source of law establishes basic rights and creates legislative bodies?
Constitutional laws
What is the role of an ethics committee?
To consider ethical problems
Which of the following is an example of sexual harassment in the classroom or clinical setting?
Engaging in sexually suggestive conversations with colleagues
What does the Good Samaritan law protect health care professionals from?
Liability for gross negligence
What is the purpose of the Patient's Bill of Rights?
To protect the rights of patients
What is the responsibility of a licensed nurse when giving an assignment to another person?
To ensure that the person has the skills and abilities to perform the assignment safely
What are the standards of care approved by the nursing profession based on?
All of the above
What are the most common charges brought against nurses when charged with a violation of the nurse practice act?
All of the above
What penalties may a nurse face if found guilty of professional misconduct?
Both temporary suspension and loss of licensure
Which type of law deals with potential wrongdoing of a person against another person?
Civil law
What is the purpose of a medical power of attorney?
To assign the ability to make healthcare decisions for another person
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
A misdemeanor may result in imprisonment of 1 year or less, while a felony may result in imprisonment of more than 1 year
What does a nurse practice act define?
The scope of nursing practice
Which of the following is true about nurses and following orders?
Nurses must follow the orders of a physician unless it is harmful to the patient
What is the purpose of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)?
To determine eligibility for licensure
What is the responsibility of a student nurse in terms of patient care?
To perform tasks with the same outcome as a licensed nurse
What is the difference between delegation and assignment in nursing?
Delegation can only be done to a licensed person, while assignment can be done to an unlicensed person
Which of the following is NOT an expectation during a hospital stay?
Understanding your health care goals and values
According to the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA), child abuse and neglect is defined as:
Any recent act or failure to act on the part of a parent or caretaker, which results in death, serious physical or emotional harm
Discrimination laws protect people with all of the following EXCEPT:
National origin
What is the definition of sexual harassment according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)?
All of the above
Which of the following is considered negligence for a nurse?
Doing something that can or did harm a patient
What is the purpose of continuing education for nurses?
To stay current with changes in healthcare practice
What is the role of state boards of nursing?
To investigate and hear charges against nurses
What is the purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?
To regulate safety and health in the workplace
Which term refers to a written statement expressing a patient's wishes regarding future consent for or refusal of treatment if the patient is incapable of participating in decision making?
Advance directive
What is the definition of a controlled substance?
Specific drugs with a potential for abuse
What is the term used to describe a serious crime that may result in a prison term of more than 1 year?
Felony
What is the responsibility of a health care agent?
To make health care decisions for an incapacitated patient
Which term refers to a legal action that allows a person to conduct business matters for another?
Power of attorney
What is the definition of a tort?
A violation of a civil law
Which term refers to a legal assignment of the ability to make health care decisions for another person?
Medical power of attorney
What is the responsibility of a nurse in terms of the standard of care?
To meet the standard of care
Which of the following best describes the term 'defamation' in the context of nursing?
The intentional false communication that injures a person's reputation
What is the purpose of the National Patient Safety Goals?
To improve patient safety and reduce medical errors
Which term refers to a legal document that allows an individual to make their healthcare decisions known in advance, in case they become unable to communicate their wishes?
Advance directive
What is the difference between negligence and malpractice?
Negligence refers to unintentional wrongdoing, while malpractice refers to intentional wrongdoing
Which federal law protects people with disabilities from discrimination in the workplace?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
What is the definition of sexual harassment according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)?
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
What is the purpose of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA)?
To define child abuse and neglect and require licensed health care personnel to report suspected cases.
What is the responsibility of licensed health care personnel regarding child abuse?
To report suspected child abuse.
Which of the following is true about the responsibilities of student nurses?
Student nurses must achieve the same outcome without harm to the patient.
What is the purpose of professional accountability in nursing?
To ensure patient safety and observe patient rights
What is the difference between delegation and assignment in nursing?
Delegation can only be done to another licensed person, while assignment can be done to an unlicensed person.
What is the purpose of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)?
To determine eligibility for licensure
Which of the following is true about sexual harassment in the classroom or clinical setting?
It is important for student nurses and instructors to recognize and report sexually harassing actions.
What do Good Samaritan laws protect health care professionals from?
Liability if they provide aid in an emergency.
What is the purpose of the Patient's Bill of Rights?
To outline the rights and responsibilities of patients.
What is the role of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?
To ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees.
What is the purpose of an advance directive?
To make healthcare decisions known in advance.
What is the responsibility of licensed health care personnel regarding child abuse?
To report suspected child abuse.
What is the responsibility of a nurse when following a physician's order?
To question the order if it may harm the patient
What is the purpose of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)?
To determine eligibility for licensure
What is the role of an instructor in supervising a student nurse?
To provide proper instruction and adequate supervision
What is the difference between delegation and assignment in nursing?
Delegation can only be done to a licensed person, while assignment can be done to an unlicensed person
Which term refers to a committee formed to consider ethical problems?
Ethics committee
What is the highest court to which an appeal of a court decision can be brought in the United States?
Federal Supreme Court
Which term refers to a written statement expressing the patient's wishes regarding future consent for or refusal of treatment if the patient is incapable of participating in decision making?
Advance directive
What is the term used to describe a person under 18 years of age who is legally considered an adult, usually because of marriage, parenthood, or enlistment in the armed services?
Emancipated minor
Which of the following is a violation of civil law?
Administering the wrong dose of medication
What is the main purpose of a nurse practice act?
To regulate the profession of nursing
Which of the following is a potential consequence of violating public law?
Both monetary fine and imprisonment
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
All of the above
Which of the following is a responsibility of a licensed nurse when giving an assignment to another person?
Ensuring that the person has the skills and abilities to perform the assignment safely
What are standards of care in nursing based on?
Nursing procedure books, institutional policies, procedures or protocols, and nursing journals
What is considered negligence in nursing?
Doing something that can or did harm a patient
What is the purpose of continuing education for nurses?
To stay current with changes in health care practice, pharmacology, and technology
Which term refers to the legal requirement for a nurse to be answerable for their actions and to accept responsibility for the outcomes of their nursing practice?
Accountability
What is the difference between negligence and malpractice?
Negligence refers to actions that fall below the standard of care, while malpractice refers to professional misconduct.
What is the purpose of advance directives?
To provide guidance for healthcare decisions in the event the patient is unable to communicate
What is the relationship between HIPAA and the use of social media?
HIPAA requires healthcare professionals to follow specific guidelines when using social media
Which federal law prohibits employers from discriminating based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?
The Civil Rights Act of 1964
What is the definition of sexual harassment according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)?
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
What is the purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)?
To ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees.
What is the responsibility of licensed health care personnel regarding child abuse?
To report suspected child abuse.
Which of the following is true about sexual harassment in the classroom or clinical setting?
It is important for student nurses and instructors to recognize what sexual harassment is and report it.
Which of the following is true about Good Samaritan laws?
They protect healthcare professionals from liability if they provide aid in an emergency.
What is the purpose of the Patient's Bill of Rights?
To outline the rights and responsibilities of patients in a healthcare setting.
What is the responsibility of a nurse in terms of the standard of care?
To provide care that meets the accepted level of quality and safety.
What do Good Samaritan laws not apply to?
Employed emergency response workers.
What is the purpose of the document 'The Patient Care Partnership: Understanding Expectations, Rights, and Responsibilities'?
To provide patients with information about their rights and responsibilities in a healthcare setting.
Which of the following is true about laws and ethical codes in nursing?
Laws provide boundaries for privilege while ethical codes guide actions in situations not covered by laws.
What is the highest court to which an appeal of a court decision can be brought in the United States?
Federal Supreme Court
What is the purpose of an advance directive?
To express the patient's wishes regarding future consent for or refusal of treatment
What is the definition of a controlled substance?
A substance that is regulated by laws due to its potential for abuse
Which of the following is a violation of civil law?
Administering the wrong dose of medication
What is the punishment for a misdemeanor?
Both imprisonment and monetary fines
What is the purpose of a nurse practice act?
All of the above
What is the difference between civil and criminal law?
Civil law results in monetary awards, while criminal law results in imprisonment or fines
Which term refers to the legal requirement for a nurse to be answerable for their actions and to accept responsibility for the outcomes of their nursing practice?
Accountability
What is the purpose of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)?
To determine a nurse's competency to practice safely and effectively
What is the responsibility of a licensed nurse when giving an assignment to another person?
To ensure that the assigned person has the necessary qualifications and competence
Which of the following is an example of sexual harassment in the classroom or clinical setting?
A student nurse making inappropriate comments about a patient's appearance
Which of the following is a responsibility of a licensed nurse when giving an assignment to another person?
Ensuring that the person has the necessary skills and abilities to perform the assignment safely
What is the purpose of continuing education for nurses?
To stay updated on changes in health care practice
What penalties may a nurse face if found guilty of professional misconduct?
Loss of licensure
What is the role of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?
To improve the work environment in areas that affect workers' health or safety
Which of the following is true regarding the licensure of nurses?
Licensure eligibility is determined by each state's board of nursing
What is the responsibility of a student nurse when it comes to performing nursing tasks?
Perform tasks with the same level of competence as a licensed nurse
What is the difference between delegation and assignment in nursing?
Delegation involves assigning duties to another licensed person, while assignment can be done to an unlicensed person
What is the responsibility of the delegating nurse in terms of delegation?
Supervise and evaluate the care provided by the person to whom duties have been delegated
What is the purpose of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA)?
To require licensed health care personnel to report suspected child abuse
What is the definition of discrimination?
Making a decision or treating people based on a class or group to which they belong
What is the definition of sexual harassment according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)?
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature
What are some topics covered in mandatory orientation and continuing education for health care workers?
All of the above
Which of the following is true about sexual harassment in the classroom or clinical setting?
It is important for student nurses and instructors to recognize what sexual harassment is and report it.
What is the purpose of Good Samaritan laws?
To protect healthcare professionals from liability when providing aid in an emergency.
What is the role of the American Hospital Association (AHA) in patient rights?
To develop and revise documents outlining patient rights and responsibilities.
What is the responsibility of a nurse when providing care in an emergency situation?
To not exceed their level of competence and act responsibly.
What does the Patient Care Partnership document provide?
Expectations, rights, and responsibilities for patients.
What is the legal requirement for a nurse to help in an emergency?
There is no legal requirement for a nurse to help in an emergency.
Test your knowledge of nursing ethics and legal terms with this quiz. Explore concepts such as legal responsibilities, advance directives, intentional harm, consequences of violating public law, and the source of basic rights in law.
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