The Nurse Is Performing a Procedure While Caring for a Patient

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is performing a procedure while caring for a patient and unintentionally eliminates a step in the procedure. Which of these may result from the nurse's action? (Select all that apply.?

• A)No personal liability
• B)Breach of duty
• C)Civil liability for employer
• D)Unintentional tort
• E)Negligence
• F)Assault and battery

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Definitions:

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Gantt Chart

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