A Nurse Who Fails to Follow the Doctor's Verbal Orders

question 19

Multiple Choice

A nurse who fails to follow the doctor's verbal orders to watch the patient closely ___________.

• A) cannot be liable for his or her negligent acts if the patient is injured
• B) can be liable for his or her negligent acts if the patient is injured
• C) is absolutely not at fault for negligent behavior
• D) is personally immune from any liable action

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Income Summary

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Net Income

The total earnings of a company after subtracting all costs and expenses from revenues; also known as net profit.

Revenue Accounts

Accounts that track the income a company generates from its normal business activities, typically from the sale of goods and services to customers.