ATI Comprehensive questions with correct answers

Libel vs Slander Correct Answer - Libel is written and slander is spoken Before faxing/emailing pt info.... Correct Answer - Obtain pt's written consent Doctors must ____ verbal orders Correct Answer - Cosign Nurse's signature on informed consent means Correct Answer - They have witnessed (NOT informed) Good Samaritan law Correct Answer - Legal protection for people who give emergency assistance to those who are injured outside of clinical setting Assault vs. Battery Correct Answer - Assault = threat or attempt Battery = actually making contact Physical restraints require _______. Check restrained patient every ___________. Correct Answer - Informed consent/consent of proxy. Check them every 10-15 min. T/F - Chemical restraint can be used to control behavior Correct Answer - False. Only use psychotropic drugs for diagnosed conditions. WBC levels Correct Answer - 5,000-10,000 per uL Hct (women/men) Correct Answer - 37-48% (women)/45-52% (men)