Safe, Effective Care Environment
1. An RN would be judged negligent if which event occurred during client care?
Safe, Effective Care Environment
1. An RN would be judged negligent if which event occurred during client care?
. Speaking harshly to a client.
. Refusing a care assignment.
. Making a medication error resulting in injury.
. Delegating a dressing change to an LPN/LVN.
Test-Taking Tip
Review the definitions of negligence as compared to unethical or unprofessional behavior.
Content Area: Management of Care, Legal; Integrated Process: Communication and Documentation; Cognitive Level: Comprehension; Client Need/Subneed: Safe and Effective Care Environment/Management of Care/Legal Rights and Responsibilities
Safe, Effective Care Environment
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Answer 1 is incorrect because speaking harshly or yelling at a client is unprofessional conduct. Answer 2 is incorrect because an RN can refuse an assignment for personal ethical reasons or if unqualified to give care. Answer 3 is correct because an action that results in an injury can be judged as negligent. Answer 4 is incorrect because a dressing change is within the scope of practice for the LPN/LVN.