The Patient Asks the Nurse, "I Overheard the Instructor Talking

question 7

Multiple Choice

The patient asks the nurse, "I overheard the instructor talking to a student about accountability. What does the word 'accountability' really mean?" The best response by the nurse would be

• A) "It is a transfer of responsibility for wrong actions."
• B) "It is shared responsibility with the physician for wrongdoing."
• C) "It is taking personal responsibility for one's nursing actions."
• D) "It is giving up responsibility when the situation dictates."

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Definitions:

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