Which Scenario Is an Example of a Tort

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which scenario is an example of a tort?

• A) The primary nurse does not complete the plan of care for a patient within 24 hours of the patient's admission.
• B) An advanced practice nurse recommends that a patient who is dangerous to self and others be voluntarily hospitalized.
• C) A patient's admission status is changed from involuntary to voluntary after the patient's hallucinations subside.
• D) A nurse gives an as-needed dose of an antipsychotic drug to a patient to prevent violence because a unit is short staffed.

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Definitions:

Receiver

The individual or entity that receives a message or information, playing a critical role in the communication process.

Feedback

A process in which information about the past or the present influences the same phenomenon in the present or future.

React

To respond or act in response to a stimulus or situation.

Electronic Privacy

The right to or expectation of privacy concerning the storing, repurposing, provision to third parties, and displaying of information pertaining to oneself via electronic means.