Why must nurses be familiar with the legal system?
a. some nursing actions are governed by the law.
b. nurses' decisions may not be supported by the law
c. nurses are sometimes at risk for litigation
d. all of the above
Answer: D. Reserved or controlled acts, and the administration of narcotics, are two examples of nursing actions governed by law. A nurse may think an action is "ethical" but it may not be supported by law. Nurses' decisions sometimes have untoward consequences, and errors or omissions may lead to negligence claims.
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