Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Admission AssessmentVital Signs
Nurses' Notes
82-year-old client admitted with nondisplaced hip fracture awaiting surgery. History of mild dementia, and hypotension. The family is concerned about malnutrition and living alone. The client's daughter who is the power of attorney (POA) is currently out of state.
A nurse is caring for a client who is exhibiting increased agitation. The nurse offered toileting, lowered the lights in the client's room and closed door to client's room. The nurse is at risk for which of the following as evidenced by applying wrist restraints to the client?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
[1, 0, 0, 0, 0]
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying wrist restraints without appropriate justification can lead to false imprisonment, violating the client's rights. Slander (B) is verbal defamation; Negligence (C) is failure to provide reasonable care; Battery (D) is physical harm; Assault (E) is the threat of harm.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying wrist restraints without appropriate justification can lead to false imprisonment, violating the client's rights. Slander (B) is verbal defamation; Negligence (C) is failure to provide reasonable care; Battery (D) is physical harm; Assault (E) is the threat of harm.