Autonomy Correct Answer an individual's rights to determine
their own actions
commission Correct Answer doing something that shouldn't
have been done
Common reasons nurses are sued for malpractice: Correct
Answer - Failure to follow standards of care
- Failure to use equipment in a responsible manner
- Failure to communicate
- Failure to document
- Failure to assess and monitor
- Failure to act as a patient advocate
confidentially Correct Answer The nurse has a duty to
maintain confidentiality of all patient information, both personal
and clinical in the work setting and off duty in all venues,
including social media and any other means of communication.
- Nurses are responsible for providing accurate, relevant data to
members of the health care team others who have a need to
know
Define cultural competence Correct Answer -Ability of
providers and organizations to effectively deliver healthcare
services that meet the social, cultural, and linguistic needs of
patients
-Can help improve health outcomes
-Guides the nurse in understanding behavior and planning
appropriate approaches to patient needs
, Describe ethical dilemmas resulting from
conflicts between patients, health care
professionals, family members, and
institutions. Correct Answer Personal Value Systems: When
personal values are in conflict with professional values.
Describe nursing behaviors and attitudes that
demonstrate cultural competence. Correct Answer Takes
cultural differences into consideration, are aware of potential
"trouble spots" that can occur
- usually interpret patient behavior accurately
- recognize problems that need to be managed.
- They realize that cultural norms must be included in plan of
care to prevent conflicts between nursing goals and
patient/family goals.
Describe strategies nurses can use to protect
their patients, thereby protecting themselves
from legal actions. Correct Answer - The nurse must make
reasonable efforts to assess individual competence when
assigning selected
- Practice in a safe setting
- Communicate with other health professionals, patients, and
families.
- Meet the Standard of Care
- Carry and Understand Professional Liability Insurance
- Promote Positive Interpersonal Relationships
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