After the Nurse Discovered a Medication Error Had Been Made,the

question 20

Multiple Choice

After the nurse discovered a medication error had been made,the patient was carefully observed and effectively treated for symptoms of a headache.What element of malpractice is most critical in determining the nurse's liability?

• A) The nurse owed a legal duty to the patient.
• B) The nurse breached the recognized duty.
• C) The patient suffered harm as a result of the act.
• D) The harm was a direct result of the nursing act.

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