A Nurse on the Medical-Surgical Unit Is Caring for Several

question 31

Multiple Choice

A nurse on the medical-surgical unit is caring for several very ill clients.One client says,I was supposed to get my medications an hour ago." The nurse recognizes that medication errors can have what repercussions?
Select all that apply.

• A)Medication errors can potentially extend the client's length of hospital stay.
• B)Medication errors can result in expensive legal costs to the facility.
• C)Medication errors can damage the facility's reputation.
• D)Medication errors can be physically devastating to nurse and client.
• E)Medication errors cause preventable deaths during hospitalizations.

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Definitions:

Delayed

Being delayed refers to something that has been postponed or made to happen later than previously scheduled, often due to unforeseen circumstances.

Incidental Damages

Additional costs incurred by one party due to another party's breach of contract, which are recoverable under the law.

Purchase Price

The amount of money paid to buy something, including goods, services, or real estate.

Sue

To initiate legal proceedings against an individual or entity, claiming they have committed a wrong or breach of contract.