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Which best exemplifies malpractice?

The nurse administers the wrong medication to a client, who then has one episode of vomiting 5 minutes later but no further adverse reactions.

The nurse applies an ice pack to a client's lower back without an order and the client feels better.

The nurse, using proper body mechanics, assists a client into a locked bed. The client slips and breaks a femur.

The nurse administers amoxicillin to a client with known allergies to penicillin. The client has a seizure with resulting respiratory arrest.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. While this is an error, it did not result in a serious or lasting harm.
B. This action, though without an order, resulted in a positive outcome.
C. This incident was an accident despite the nurse's proper body mechanics and safety measures.
D. Administering a medication to which the client is known to be allergic, resulting in a seizure and respiratory arrest, constitutes a serious breach of standard care and demonstrates malpractice.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Secondary prevention involves early detection and prompt treatment of diseases, such as referring for a mammogram to detect breast cancer early.
B. This is an example of primary prevention, aiming to prevent the onset of substance abuse.
C. Promoting helmet use is also primary prevention, aimed at preventing injury.
D. Promoting seat belts is another form of primary prevention for injury prevention.

A. Measure and record intake and output for a client. B. Teach a client about low-sodium foods. C. Evaluate pain relief for a client following the administration of a pain medication. D. Perform wound irrigation for a client.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Measuring and recording intake and output is within the scope of practice for an AP.
B. Teaching requires professional knowledge and is the responsibility of a nurse.
C. Evaluating pain relief requires critical thinking and assessment skills, which are within the nurse's scope of practice.
D. Wound irrigation is a skilled task that requires the expertise of a nurse.

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Which best exemplifies malpractice?

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Which nursing activity reflects secondary prevention?

Correct Answer is A

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A nurse is delegating client care assignments for the shift. Which of the following teks should the nurse delegate to an assistive personnel (AP)?

Correct Answer is A

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