Fundamentals of Nursing (Legal Issues) Q&A

Fundamentals of Nursing (Legal Issues) *Q&A* [verified] A standard or rule of conduct established and enforced by an administrative entity is defined as a... *Ans* Law _____ law regulates relationships among people. *Ans* Private or Civil _____ law concerns state and federal criminal statutes. *Ans* Criminal A legal document that permits a person to practice certain skills and knowledge in a particular jurisdiction. *Ans* License or Registration A wrong against a person for his/her property. *Ans* Crime A wrong doing committed by a person against another person or his/her property. *Ans* Tort A threat or attempt to make bodily contact with another person without their permission is defined as... *Ans* Assault An assault that is physically carried out is defined as... *Ans* Battery Voluntary agreement made by a well-advised and mentally competent patient to be treated. *Ans* Informed Consent What are the nurse's responsibilities pertaining to informed consent? *Ans* - Ensure the consent is signed - Ensure the consent is filed promptly and properly Slander (oral) and libel (written) are _____ of character. *Ans* Defamations What does HIPAA stand for? *Ans* Health Insurance Portability / Accountability Act Unjustified retention or prevention of movement of an individual is defined as... *Ans* False Imprisonment _____ is the willful and purposeful misrepresentation that could cause, or has caused, loss or harm to a person or property. *Ans* Fraud Unexpected occurances involving death or serious physical or psychological injury