A nurse is caring for a client who is confused and uncooperative. The client hit the nurse when she attempted to give him his medication. The nurse asks the charge nurse if she can restrain the client. The charge nurse should tell the nurse this action is a violation of the client's rights and is an example of which of the following?
Defamation of character
Slander
False imprisonment
Invasion of privacy
The Correct Answer is C
Rationale:
A. Defamation of character involves damaging someone’s reputation, which is not relevant in this context.
B. Slander involves spoken defamation, not applicable here.
C. False imprisonment refers to the unlawful restraint or restriction of an individual’s freedom, which can occur with unauthorized use of restraints.
D. Invasion of privacy involves unauthorized access to personal information or space, not directly related to the use of restraints.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Encouraging clients to receive an annual flu immunization is a cost-effective measure to prevent illness and reduce overall healthcare costs.
B. Waiting to empty a drainable colostomy until it is three-fourths full might not be the best practice for client comfort or prevention of leakage.
C. Recommending sterile technique for home care is important for infection prevention but not necessarily a cost-reduction strategy in the healthcare setting.
D. Delegating closed irrigation to AP may not be appropriate if it involves tasks beyond their scope of practice and does not directly relate to cost reduction.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Assisting a client to cough and deep breathe is a task that can be performed by an AP under supervision.
B. Application of antiembolic stockings is within the scope of APs, though it may be monitored by an RN.
C. Administration of an enema typically requires nursing judgment and assessment, making it more appropriate for the RN.
D. Assessing a client’s sacrum for edema requires clinical assessment skills and nursing judgment, which should be performed by an RN.