The Nurse Has Been Sued for Defamation After Charting That

question 8

Multiple Choice

The nurse has been sued for defamation after charting that the patient is a prostitute. What is the nurse's best defense in this case?

• A) Define the contributing factors.
• B) Prove that the statement is true.
• C) No defense exists for defamation.
• D) Provide hearsay evidence.

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