Linton: Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing, 6th Edition
Chapter 03: Legal and Ethical Considerations
Answer Key – Open-Book Quiz
2. The value of this process is that a person learns to make choices from alternatives and
3. Deontology defines right and wrong on the basis of whether an action meets the
4. Statutory, regulatory, and common law
6. Adhere to standards of care; provide competent care; communicate with other
7. Informed consent means that health care providers must provide sufficient
information for the patient to make an informed decision.
9. The physician should be contacted for confirmation or correction. If the physician
10. Safe harbor protects nurses from actions against their licenses when they notify the