A Risk Management Strategy a Nurse Can Use to Prevent

question 14

Multiple Choice

A risk management strategy a nurse can use to prevent being named in malpractice lawsuits is

• A) carrying malpractice insurance.
• B) requesting supervision for all care.
• C) not signing her or his name to patient medical records.
• D) maintaining good relationships with patients and families.

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Definitions:

Contractility

Refers to the ability of muscle tissue to contract or shorten, generating force.

Muscle Cell

Specialized cells that make up muscle tissue, capable of contracting and generating force, essential for movement and posture.

Spindle-Shaped Cells

Cells that are tapered at both ends; commonly found in smooth muscle tissues where they help in contraction and relaxation activities.

Smooth Muscle

A type of muscle found in the walls of hollow organs like the intestines and blood vessels, characterized by its involuntary control and the ability to slowly contract and relax.