NF 3 Legal and Ethical Aspects of Nursing

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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?

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Battery
Accountability (correct)
Assault

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?

Assignment
Assault
Battery
Advance directive (correct)

Which term refers to the act of intentionally causing apprehension of harmful or offensive contact with another person, without their consent?

Assignment
Battery
Accountability
Assault (correct)

Which of the following is a potential consequence of violating public law?

Damages (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an advance directive?

To express the patient's wishes for future treatment (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which source of law establishes basic rights and creates legislative bodies?

Constitutional laws (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an ethics committee?

To consider ethical problems (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of sexual harassment in the classroom or clinical setting?

Engaging in sexually suggestive conversations with colleagues (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Good Samaritan law protect health care professionals from?

Liability for gross negligence (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Patient's Bill of Rights?

To protect the rights of patients (D) Signup and view all the answers

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 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the standards of care approved by the nursing profession based on?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the most common charges brought against nurses when charged with a violation of the nurse practice act?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What penalties may a nurse face if found guilty of professional misconduct?

Both temporary suspension and loss of licensure (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of law deals with potential wrongdoing of a person against another person?

Civil law (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a medical power of attorney?

To assign the ability to make healthcare decisions for another person (D) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does a nurse practice act define?

The scope of nursing practice (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)?

To determine eligibility for licensure (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a student nurse in terms of patient care?

To perform tasks with the same outcome as a licensed nurse (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an expectation during a hospital stay?

Understanding your health care goals and values (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Discrimination laws protect people with all of the following EXCEPT:

National origin (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of sexual harassment according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered negligence for a nurse?

Doing something that can or did harm a patient (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of continuing education for nurses?

To stay current with changes in healthcare practice (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of state boards of nursing?

To investigate and hear charges against nurses (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

To regulate safety and health in the workplace (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a controlled substance?

Specific drugs with a potential for abuse (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe a serious crime that may result in a prison term of more than 1 year?

Felony (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a health care agent?

To make health care decisions for an incapacitated patient (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a legal action that allows a person to conduct business matters for another?

Power of attorney (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a tort?

A violation of a civil law (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a legal assignment of the ability to make health care decisions for another person?

Medical power of attorney (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a nurse in terms of the standard of care?

To meet the standard of care (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'defamation' in the context of nursing?

The intentional false communication that injures a person's reputation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the National Patient Safety Goals?

To improve patient safety and reduce medical errors (C) Signup and view all the answers

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 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between negligence and malpractice?

Negligence refers to unintentional wrongdoing, while malpractice refers to intentional wrongdoing (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which federal law protects people with disabilities from discrimination in the workplace?

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) (A) Signup and view all the answers

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. (D) Signup and view all the answers

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. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of licensed health care personnel regarding child abuse?

To report suspected child abuse. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the responsibilities of student nurses?

Student nurses must achieve the same outcome without harm to the patient. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of professional accountability in nursing?

To ensure patient safety and observe patient rights (C) Signup and view all the answers

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. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)?

To determine eligibility for licensure (A) Signup and view all the answers

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. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do Good Samaritan laws protect health care professionals from?

Liability if they provide aid in an emergency. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Patient's Bill of Rights?

To outline the rights and responsibilities of patients. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

To ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an advance directive?

To make healthcare decisions known in advance. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of licensed health care personnel regarding child abuse?

To report suspected child abuse. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a nurse when following a physician's order?

To question the order if it may harm the patient (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)?

To determine eligibility for licensure (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an instructor in supervising a student nurse?

To provide proper instruction and adequate supervision (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a committee formed to consider ethical problems?

Ethics committee (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest court to which an appeal of a court decision can be brought in the United States?

Federal Supreme Court (B) Signup and view all the answers

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 (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a violation of civil law?

Administering the wrong dose of medication (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a nurse practice act?

To regulate the profession of nursing (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential consequence of violating public law?

Both monetary fine and imprisonment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are standards of care in nursing based on?

Nursing procedure books, institutional policies, procedures or protocols, and nursing journals (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is considered negligence in nursing?

Doing something that can or did harm a patient (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of continuing education for nurses?

To stay current with changes in health care practice, pharmacology, and technology (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (A) Signup and view all the answers

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. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of advance directives?

To provide guidance for healthcare decisions in the event the patient is unable to communicate (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between HIPAA and the use of social media?

HIPAA requires healthcare professionals to follow specific guidelines when using social media (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which federal law prohibits employers from discriminating based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin?

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 (A) Signup and view all the answers

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. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)?

To ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of licensed health care personnel regarding child abuse?

To report suspected child abuse. (C) Signup and view all the answers

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. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about Good Samaritan laws?

They protect healthcare professionals from liability if they provide aid in an emergency. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Patient's Bill of Rights?

To outline the rights and responsibilities of patients in a healthcare setting. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do Good Samaritan laws not apply to?

Employed emergency response workers. (C) Signup and view all the answers

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. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest court to which an appeal of a court decision can be brought in the United States?

Federal Supreme Court (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an advance directive?

To express the patient's wishes regarding future consent for or refusal of treatment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a controlled substance?

A substance that is regulated by laws due to its potential for abuse (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a violation of civil law?

Administering the wrong dose of medication (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the punishment for a misdemeanor?

Both imprisonment and monetary fines (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a nurse practice act?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between civil and criminal law?

Civil law results in monetary awards, while criminal law results in imprisonment or fines (C) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)?

To determine a nurse's competency to practice safely and effectively (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

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 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of continuing education for nurses?

To stay updated on changes in health care practice (A) Signup and view all the answers

What penalties may a nurse face if found guilty of professional misconduct?

Loss of licensure (B) Signup and view all the answers

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 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the licensure of nurses?

Licensure eligibility is determined by each state's board of nursing (D) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

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 (D) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA)?

To require licensed health care personnel to report suspected child abuse (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of discrimination?

Making a decision or treating people based on a class or group to which they belong (A) Signup and view all the answers

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 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are some topics covered in mandatory orientation and continuing education for health care workers?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

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. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Good Samaritan laws?

To protect healthcare professionals from liability when providing aid in an emergency. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the American Hospital Association (AHA) in patient rights?

To develop and revise documents outlining patient rights and responsibilities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a nurse when providing care in an emergency situation?

To not exceed their level of competence and act responsibly. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Patient Care Partnership document provide?

Expectations, rights, and responsibilities for patients. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Advance Directive

A legal document that allows an individual to outline their healthcare decisions in case they become unable to communicate.

Professional Accountability

The legal requirement for nurses to be accountable for their actions and outcomes in nursing practice.