If a U for Units Was Misread as a Zero

question 11

Short Answer

If a U for units was misread as a zero by the nurse for a heparin dose,the consequences to the patient receiving the heparin could be _________________.

Understand the legal terminology related to healthcare, including contracts, liability, and patient rights.

Identify and explain important healthcare laws and regulations affecting patient care and provider responsibilities.

Differentiate between criminal and civil law as it pertains to healthcare.

Recognize the significance of advance directives, including living wills and durable power of attorney for healthcare decisions.

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Definitions:

Dizzy

The sensation of spinning or losing one's balance, which may be caused by issues within the inner ear, brain, or sensory nerve pathways.

Falls Over

An incident or occurrence of losing one's balance and collapsing to the ground, potentially leading to injury.

Spinal Nerve

One of the nerves that stem from the spinal cord, responsible for transmitting signals between the body and the spinal cord.

Dermatome

An area of skin supplied by sensory nerves stemming from a single spinal nerve root, important in defining patterns of sensation and diagnosing nerve or spinal cord injuries.