The Nurse Is Served with a Summons Relating to the Care

question 12

Multiple Choice

The nurse is served with a summons relating to the care of a patient.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Notify employer immediately.
• B) Answer summons after 30 days.
• C) Acknowledge liability promptly.
• D) Seek legal counsel after 30 days.

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Definitions:

Organizationally Desired Emotions

Refers to the specific emotional states or responses that an organization aims to elicit in its employees in order to foster a desirable work environment or achieve its goals.

Attitudes

Mental and emotional entities that embody an individual's positive or negative perspectives towards objects, people, or situations.

Evaluation

The systematic assessment of the merit, value, or significance of an object, project, or program, based on criteria and standards.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who simultaneously holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values.