Why Must Nurses Be Familiar with the Legal System

question 8

Multiple Choice

Why must nurses be familiar with the legal system?

• A) Some nursing actions are governed by the law.
• B) Nurses' decisions may not be supported by the law.
• C) Nurses are sometimes at risk for litigation.
• D) All are correct.

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Definitions:

Social Stratification

The hierarchical arrangement of individuals or groups in a society based on wealth, power, race, education, etc.

Max Weber

A German sociologist, philosopher, and political economist known for his ideas on bureaucracy, social stratification, and the sociology of religion.

Components Of Class

The various elements that constitute social class, including income, education, occupation, and social status.

Social Classes

Categories within a society that are differentiated by aspects such as wealth, occupation, and ancestral lineage, often determining access to resources and opportunities.