When Asked to Perform a Procedure That the Nurse Has

question 4

Multiple Choice

When asked to perform a procedure that the nurse has never done before,what should the nurse do to legally protect himself or herself?

• A)Go ahead and do it.
• B)Refuse to perform it,citing lack of knowledge.
• C)Discuss it with the charge nurse,asking for direction.
• D)Ask another nurse who has performed the procedure.

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