Types of Unintentional Torts - answerNegligence: A nurse fails to implement safety measures for a

client at risk of falls.

Malpractice: A nurse administers a large dose of medication due to calculation error. The client

has a cardiac arrest and dies.

Types of quasi-intentional torts - answerBreach of confidentiality: A nurse releases a clients

medical diagnosis to a member of the press.

Defamation of Character: A nurse tells a co worker that she believes the client has been unfaithful

to her partner.

Types of intentional torts - answerAssault: A nurse threatens to place an NG tube in a client who is

refusing to eat.

Battery: A nurse restrains a client and administers an injection against her wishes.

False Imprisonment: A nurse uses restraints on a competent client to prevent his leaving the

health care facility.

Nursing role in clients rights - answernurses must ensure that clients understand their rights, and

must protect their clients rights.

regardless of the clients age, nursing needs, or health care setting, the basic tenets are the same

the client has the right to: Understand the aspects of care to be active in the decision-making

process. Accept, refuse, or request modification of the plan of care. receive care from competent

individuals who treat the client with respect.

nurse role in informed consent - answerwitness

ensure the provider gave the necessary info

ensure the client understood and is competent