A Nurse Has Been Discovered Using Drugs on the Unit

question 19

Multiple Choice

A nurse has been discovered using drugs on the unit. Investigation reveals the nurse has likely been diverting and abusing narcotics for some time. What is the likely the worst outcome for this nurse?

• A) Administration reports the nurse to the state board of nursing.
• B) The nurse is counseled and asked to participate in a treatment center plan.
• C) The nurse is allowed to continue supervised practice while a treatment plan is being devised.
• D) The nurse is terminated with no report made.

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