Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
A charge nurse is providing education to a group of newly-licensed nurses about the rights of clients who are involuntarily admitted. Which of the following responses by a newly-licensed nurse indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: These clients can vote in local and federal elections. Involuntary admission does not negate an individual's right to vote. This response indicates understanding of the teaching because it recognizes the importance of upholding clients' rights to participate in the democratic process. The other choices are incorrect because:
A: Inspecting packages does not relate to the rights of involuntarily admitted clients.
B: Participation in a research study is not related to the rights of involuntarily admitted clients.
D: Involuntarily admitted clients have the right to refuse medications unless a court order is obtained.
A: Inspecting packages does not relate to the rights of involuntarily admitted clients.
B: Participation in a research study is not related to the rights of involuntarily admitted clients.
D: Involuntarily admitted clients have the right to refuse medications unless a court order is obtained.