Asked by Alyxis Guerra on May 24, 2024
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A patient being treated in an alcohol rehabilitation unit reveals to the nurse, "I feel terrible guilt for sexually abusing my 6-year-old child before I was admitted." Based on state and federal law, the best action for the nurse to take is to:
A) anonymously report the abuse by telephone to the local child abuse hotline.
B) reply, "I'm glad you feel comfortable talking to me about it."
C) respect the nurse-patient relationship of confidentiality.
D) file a written report on the agency letterhead.
Child Abuse
Harm or maltreatment of a child under 18 by a parent, caregiver, or another person, including physical, sexual, emotional abuse, or neglect.
Federal Law
Legislation enacted by the national government of a country, applicable to all its residents and entities.
Nurse-Patient Relationship
The professional, therapeutic connection established between a nurse and a patient to facilitate healing and provide care.
- Familiarize oneself with the legal duties pertaining to confidentiality preservation, the responsibility to warn, and protecting uninvolved individuals from danger.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the legal duties pertaining to confidentiality preservation, the responsibility to warn, and protecting uninvolved individuals from danger.
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