Answer
each of the following questions (there is only one correct answer to
each question).
1
Most laws involving malpractice cases come from what source of law?
A.
Common law
B. Statutory law
C. Administrative law
2
An elderly, confused client is the unit’s klepto. Today he is accused of taking his roomate’s $20 bill. You explain the situation to him as you fish through his drawer and closet. Being unsuccessful, you approach the alleged thief and feel his breast pocket. Nothing. You then search the pockets of his cardigan when he verbally objects and tries to get away. If you continue to search:
A. You could be held liable for representation.
B. You could later be charged with assault and battery.
C. You could be held liable for false imprisonment.
D. You could be held liable for defamation of character.
3
Which of the following statements best describes ‘battery’?
A. The unjustifiable attempt to touch another person.
B. The client will always be aware that battery has occurred.
C. A harmful, offensive or unauthorized touching of another person.
D. If it results in a benefit to the client, it is not considered battery.
4
What issue occurs when a client's problem, condition, or diagnosis is inappropriately discussed with any third party?
A. Negligent tort
B. Disclosure of Information
C. Breach of Duty
5
Malpractice when compared to negligence is more specific by the fact that the act is committed:
A. In the presence of witnesses.
B. By a professional who deviated from a standard of care.
C. Only by an untrained and unlicensed person.
D. Only when using newly developed procedures and techniques.
6
According to the text, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996:
A. Has had significant impact on the healthcare industry.
B. Changes the way we communicate with patients and each other.
C. Endorses nursing’s previously articulated responsibility to our patients.
D. All of the above relate to the HIPAA law.
7
Competency standards for Ohio Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses are created by the board of nursing to enforce:
A. Accountability of safe nursing practice.
B. Maintaining of current knowledge of duties and practice.
C. And create continuing education standards.
D. All of the above are functions of the Ohio Board of Nursing.
8
Which of the following is true regarding client safety standards for Ohio professional nurses:
A. Safety is a top priority.
B. Licensed professional nurses (RN or LPN) must display their applicable title when providing direct nursing care.
C. Licensed nurses must provide privacy during exams and care and treat clients with dignity, courtesy and respect.
D. All of the above promote client safety in professional nursing practice
9
The cyclical series of steps called the Nursing Process used by Ohio registered and advanced practice nurses includes:
A. Assessment, Analysis, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation
B. Direction, Delegation, Overseeing, Planning, Reporting
C. Assessment, Delegation, Reporting, Maintaining
D. Regulating, Planning, Reporting, Practicing
10
Standards of Care is defined as:
A. Range of knowledge, skills and responsibilities of professional nurses.
B. Activities performed to maintain or improve well-being of clients.
C. Guidelines for nursing practice, defined by state and federal laws.
D. The cyclic four or five step process used to provide care to clients.
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