A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who had a sickle cell crisis. Which of the following health promotion strategies should the nurse include in the teaching?(Select All that Apply.)

A. While the attorney may argue that the injury was preventable, this statement alone does not establish negligence. It lacks specific evidence or expert testimony to support the claim. Legal arguments must be substantiated by facts, not just assertions from an attorney.
B. This option describes a key component in establishing the standard of care in negligence cases. Testimony from another nurse about the actions of a "reasonable, prudent nurse" provides a benchmark against which the accused nurse’s actions will be measured. This type of testimony is often considered credible and is vital in determining whether the nurse acted within the accepted standards of practice.
C. While a provider’s testimony may influence the case, it is not definitive in establishing negligence. A provider may not be the appropriate expert to determine nursing standards and practices. Their perspective may be biased and does not constitute the standard of care expected of a nurse.
D. Expert testimony is indeed important in negligence cases, and an expert nurse can provide valuable insight into proper nursing practices. However, this option does not fully capture the essence of establishing negligence as clearly as option B, which specifically mentions the standard of a “reasonable, prudent nurse.”

A. An oncology nurse is a licensed nurse who is knowledgeable about blood transfusions and patient safety protocols. They are qualified to double-check the blood label against the client ID bracelet, as they understand the importance of this process in preventing transfusion reactions.
B. Assistive personnel (like nursing assistants or aides) typically do not have the training or authority to perform safety checks on blood products. They are generally involved in basic care tasks and do not have the necessary knowledge to verify blood transfusion details.
C. While phlebotomists are trained in drawing blood and may understand some aspects of blood work, they typically do not have the authority or training to verify blood products for transfusion. This task requires nursing judgment and knowledge of patient safety protocols.
D. A senior nursing student may have some knowledge of blood transfusion protocols, but they typically do not have the full licensure or experience of a registered nurse. While they may assist with many tasks, they should not be responsible for critical safety checks like verifying blood products for transfusion without supervision from a licensed nurse