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Nurses Must Be Aware of the Danger of Using Abbreviations

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Nurses must be aware of the danger of using abbreviations that may be misunderstood and compromise patient safety. The Joint Commission has compiled a list of do-not-use abbreviations, acronyms, and symbols to avoid the possibility of errors that may be life threatening. Of the following, which are acceptable? (Select all that apply.)


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Exclusive Rights

Privileges granted to an individual or entity, ensuring they are the only ones allowed to perform a specific action, like publishing or selling a product.

Defend Trade Secrets Act

The Defend Trade Secrets Act is a federal law in the United States that allows an owner of a trade secret to sue in federal court when their trade secret has been misappropriated.

Misappropriation Claim

A legal claim asserting unauthorized use of property, ideas, or funds, often related to intellectual property or trust assets.

Actual Damages

Compensation awarded to a plaintiff for the direct and quantifiable losses suffered due to the defendant's wrongful conduct.

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