Which scenario is an example of a tort?A) The primary nurse does not complete the plan of care for a patient within 24 hours of the patient's admission.B) An advanced practice nurse recommends that a patient who is dangerous to self and others be voluntarily hospitalized.C) A patient's admission status is changed from involuntary to voluntary after the patient's hallucinations subside.D) A nurse gives an as-needed dose of an antipsychotic drug to a patient to prevent violence because a unit is short staffed.

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Which scenario is an example of a tort?A)  The primary nurse does not complete the plan of care for a patient within 24 hours of the patient's admission.B)  An advanced practice nurse recommends that a patient who is dangerous to self and others be voluntarily hospitalized.C)  A patient's admission status is changed from involuntary to voluntary after the patient's hallucinations subside.D)  A nurse gives an as-needed dose of an antipsychotic drug to a patient to prevent violence because a unit is short staffed.

Riley Armbrecht · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  A tort is a civil wrong against a person that violates his or her rights. Giving unnecessary medication for the convenience of staff members controls behavior in a manner similar to secluding a patient; thus false imprisonment is a possible charge. The other options do not exemplify torts.

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