A Patient Appears Anxious

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient appears anxious. The patient speaks quickly and paces the hospital halls. Using the SOAPIER method, a nurse should chart this finding under the initial

• A) S.
• B) O.
• C) A.
• D) P.

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Definitions:

HDC

Holder in Due Course; a term used in the Uniform Commercial Code referring to a person who acquires a negotiable instrument in good faith and for value, thus obtaining certain rights.

Consumer's Contract

An agreement between a buyer and seller detailing the terms of a purchase, often including rights, responsibilities, and warranties specific to consumer transactions.

Valid Defense

A legally acceptable reason or argument presented in a court to counter the allegations made in a lawsuit.

Liability

The state of being responsible for something, especially in terms of a legal or financial obligation.