A Nurse Wants to Avoid Malpractice Claims

question 5

Multiple Choice

A nurse wants to avoid malpractice claims.Which action can be taken to greatly reduce the risk of a lawsuit?

• A)Reduce work status to part time.
• B)Implement fall precautions on an older adult patient.
• C)Leave clutter on the floor in patient rooms for housekeeping.
• D)Leave the patient's bed in the highest position so he/she can look out the window.

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