Entries by Daphne Hanson

Increasing nutritional needs of the fetus

Increasing nutritional needs of the fetus. Why is it important to fix Imbalanced nutrition Less than body requirements related to insulin deficiency as evidenced by frequent urination, weight loss, and fatigue during pregnancy? 2. What are the pregnancy needs that are needed to be met especially the increasing nutritional needs of the fetus?

What is ‘vicarious liability’

What is ‘vicarious liability and does it protect a nurse from legal action? Write 2-3 sentences. Part 2 Why are enrolled nurses required to hold professional indemnity insurance? Write 2-3 sentences. Part 3 What are 2 situations in which an enrolled nurse has a legal responsibility to refuse to perform an activity?  

Procedures involving physical contact

Why is it important to gain consent from ALL clients before undertaking ALL procedures involving physical contact? Write 1 to 2 sentences. Part 2 What is the difference between implied and expressed consent? Write 2 to 3 sentences including an example of each. Part 3 What are the 3 elements of valid consent? Part 4 How is consent obtained […]

Elements of negligence in nursing

Elements of negligence in nursing. A nurse is assisting a client with showering. The client is elderly and unstable on his feet he doesn’t like to sit while bathing and often needs to be reminded by the nursing staff not to stand up from the bath seat. The nurse is distracted by a text message […]

Palliative Care Policy Framework

Refer to the Tasmanian Government’s Palliative Care Policy Framework (Links to an external site.). What are 2 ways a policy framework such as this can improve the quality of healthcare provided in Tasmania? Part 2 define the following terms In your own words, (write one sentence per term): Power of Attorney Living will Guardianship Part 3 An elderly […]