Palmer (final coach)

C. Battery

Situation 1: Kathleen is a nurse researcher assigned in a tertiary hospital. She is assigned to collect data about the incidence of infection among admitted patients. Questions 1-9 refer to this situation.

1. Kathleen's job includes collecting secretions from the surgical site of one of the patients. If the patient refuses and Kathleen still continue to do it she could be liable for:

A. Slander​
C. Battery
B. Assault​
D. Invasion of privacy

C. Breech of confidentiality

One of the patients confided that his companion is not the legal wife. What liability will Kathleen be exposed when she divulge the information to others?

A. Slander​
C. Breech of confidentiality
B. Libel​
D. Assault

A. He is 18 years of age

His classmate Adrian passed the examination but was not allowed to be registered. The following are groups for such, which one is unlikely?

A. He is 18 years of age
B. He was convicted by final judgment of criminal act involving moral turpitude
C. Unsound mind
D. Guilty of immoral or dishonorable conduct.

D. 1,2,3,4

Patrick is certain that Adrian can be legally liable if he commits the following acts:
1. Appends R.N. to his name even without being registered as one
2. Abets or assist Mr. Wang in offering CPD without the approval of the BON.
3. Uses the registration number of Patrick as his own.
4. Poses or advertises as a registered nurse that tends to create an impression that he is indeed a registered nurse.

A.​1,2,3​
C. 2,3,4
B.​1,3,4​
D. 1,2,3,4

D.​Masters degree in nursing

Patrick sets his eyes to be in the nurse manager of the Clinical Care Department someday. Which of the following requirement is NOT a legal requirement in order to qualify for position?

A. Membership in the accredited professional organization
B. Has at least 2 years experience in general nursing administration
C. Nine units in administration and management in the graduate level.
D.​Masters degree in nursing

D. 1,3,4

On a long term basis he dreams of becoming an administrator of nursing service of Asian hospital someday. Which of the following does he need to posses in order to qualify for the position?
1. Passed the written comprehensive examination for the master's degree
2. Five years of experience in supervisory or managerial position in nursing
3. Member of good standing of the accredited professional organization
4. Be a registered nurse in the Philippines

A.​1,2,4,5​
B. 2,3,4​
C. 2,3,4,5​
D. 1,3,4

B. P.D. 856

Kathleen refers to the infection control nurse about the proper disposal of infectious waste. Which of the following laws refer to the Code of Sanitation?

A.​P.D. 825​
B. P.D. 856​
C. P.D. 965​
D. P.D. 791

C. Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards of Public Officials and Employees

Kathleen knows that as a researcher she needs to follow the provisions of R.A. 6713, otherwise known as:

A. Generics Act of 1998
B. Sanitation Code
C. Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards of Public Officials and Employees
D. Salary Standardization of Government Employees

B.​Board of Nursing

He understands that the duty and power to regulate the practice of nursing in the Philippines is vested on what agency?

A.​Philippine Nurses Association
B.​Board of Nursing
C. Technical Committee on Nursing Education
D. Association of Nursing Service Administrators of the Philippines

B.​General rating of 75 and a rating of 60 in NP II Test

Which of the following reports of his rating would grant him license to practice nursing?

A.​General rating of 70 and a rating of 65 in NP I Test
B.​General rating of 75 and a rating of 60 in NP II Test
C. General rating of 80 and a rating of 59 in NP III Test
D. General rating of 75 and a rating of 55 in NP IV Test

D.​Masters degree in Nursing and General Staff Course

After two years in hospital nursing, Patrick decides to change career to military nursing. He knows that the chief nurse in the military hospital is not yet qualified if he does NOT have

A. Masters Degree in Nursing
B. General Staff Course
C. At least 9 units in Management and Administration courses at the graduate level
D.​Masters degree in Nursing and General Staff Course

C.​5 years experience in supervisory or managerial position in Nursing

Up to what year of experience should the chief nurse have within which to qualify for the position?

A. 1 year experience in supervisory or managerial position in Nursing
B. 3 years experience in supervisory or managerial position in Nursing
C.​5 years experience in supervisory or managerial position in Nursing
D.​10 years experience in supervisory or managerial position in Nursing

A. Dr. Rivera, the obstetrician of the patient

Situation 3: Sandra is a nurse assigned at the Women and Child unit. A 16 year-old primigravida was admitted for primary CS due to cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD). Questions 20-24 refer to this situation.
Sandra prepares the consent for surgery. Who among the following is legally responsible for securing the consent for the contemplated procedure?

A. Dr. Rivera, the obstetrician of the patient
B. Mrs. Castro, the head nurse of the unit
C. Dr. Cortez, the anesthesiologist
D. Ms. Josue, the nurse assigned to take care of the patient in the unit

A. Either the husband or the patient can sign the consent

She knows that the patient and her husband are both emancipated. When securing for an informed consent, Sandra remember that:

A. Either the husband or the patient can sign the consent
B. The consent should be signed by the parents of the patient because she is a minor.
C. If the patient signed that consent herself, there is no need for a witness.
D. It is her duty to obtain the informed consent

B.​Explain to the doctor that it is not permissible by law.

Sandra was pulled out from the unit and was asked to assist in the OR. The anesthesiologist asked her to inject Penthotanal Na by IV. Which of the following actions should be done by Sandra?

A.​Follow the anesthesiologist since he is around to supervise her.
B.​Explain to the doctor that it is not permissible by law.
C. If the order is written she can administer the drug.
D. If the manager of the department allows it, she would follow the order.

A. Call the attention of an intern and ask him to secure the signature of the surgeon.

After the procedure, the patient was brought back to the ward. Sandra noticed that the post-op orders were written by the surgical intern who assisted during the procedure. Which of the following actions is most appropriate for Sandra to do?

A. Call the attention of an intern and ask him to secure the signature of the surgeon.
B. Refer the matter to head nurse.
C. Ignore the order because it is not legal.
D. Remind the surgeon about the policy on doctor's order.

C. Refer to the attending physician so he could write a DNR order.

Situation 4. Mrs. Campos is a terminally-ill cancer patient. She requested that she will not be resuscitated once she goes into cardiac arrest. The nurse prepares the "Do Not Resuscitate" (DNR) form. Questions 25-29 refer to this situation.
25. Which of the following should be done by the nurse to ensure that she would not face any legal entanglements?

A. Ask the patient's relative to sign the DNR form.
B. Inform the physician what will this entail and secure the consent by letting her sign the DNR form
C. Refer to the attending physician so he could write a DNR order.
D. Document the request in the progress notes.

A. Tell the doctor to relay his order to the resident on duty.

The attending physician called up to disconnect the mechanical ventilator. Which of the following is the most appropriate action of the nurse?

A. Tell the doctor to relay his order to the resident on duty.
B. Follow the doctor's order once the DNR form is signed.
C. Write the telephone order and indicate the name of the doctor, the date and time such order was made.
D. Read back the order after writing it in the doctor's order sheet.

A. Decedent

Which term refers to Mrs. Campos if she dies and her properties are transmitted to succession whether or not she left a will?

A. Decedent​
C. Testatrix
B. Heir​
D. Administrator

A. Holographic

If Mrs. Campos opts to leave a will that is written, dated and signed by her, this type of will is a:

A. Holographic​
C. Invalid
B. Nuncupative​
D. Statutory

B. Code of technical standard for nurses

Situation 5: Jacob is a staff nurse in a community hospital. HE is assigned at the Emergency Department of the hospital.

While in the practice of nursing, Jacob is mandated by law to observe the following except:

A. Code of Ethics
B. Code of technical standard for nurses
C. Maintain Competence through CPD
D. Be a member of good standing of the accredited professional organization

B.​Nursing Administration

He knows that the chief nurse of the hospital is mandated by law to be a graduate of a master's degree in:

A.​Public Health/ Community Health Nursing
B.​Nursing Administration
C. Public Administration
D. Hospital Administration

B.​R.A. 9165​

Which of the following laws refer to Comprehensive Dangerous Drug Act of 2002?

A.​R.A. 6425​
C. R.A. 6675
B.​R.A. 9165​
D. R.A. 7875

A. 20% discount on hospital bills

Mrs. Castro his patient who is a 64 year-old government retiree is covered by RA 7432. Which of the following is a provision of this law?

A. 20% discount on hospital bills
B. Medicines are prescribed in Generics
C. National Health Insurance Act
D. Code of Good Governance

B. Any reasonable lack of skill or fidelity in the performance of fiduciary duties

As a health professional, Jacob is exposed to legal risks. Which of the following does NOT constitute malpractice?

A. Using another nurse's license as his own
B. Any reasonable lack of skill or fidelity in the performance of fiduciary duties
C. Stepping beyond one's authority with serious consequences
D. Objectionable practice or contrary to established rules

A. Respondent

When a case is filed against him in court for an injury to a patient, Jacob is referred to as:

A. Respondent​
C. Accomplice
B. Complainant​
D. Accessory

C. 2 only

Situation 6: Nurse Pamela is newly appointed by the local government to lead the program on Integrated Management of Childhood Illness in the municipality of Sto. Tomas. She knows that as a young and inexperienced nurse, she needs to update her competence in the legal aspect of professional practice. Questions 40- 49 refer to this situation:
40. As a registered nurse, Pamela knows that to practice her profession, she has certain liabilities to consider. Which of the following terms refer to a liability?

1. Obligation
2. Being held accountable by law
3. Commitment to one's duty
4. Adherence to standards

A. 1 & 2​
B. 2 & 3​
C. 2 only​
D. All except 4

B. Requires those nurses who have been away from practice to undergo one month of didactic training and five months of practicum before returning to the workforce

As a nurse, she should be guided by the nursing law in the country. Which is not a provision of this law?

A. Increases the competition of the board from five to seven representing nursing education, service and community health nursing.
B. Requires those nurses who have been away from practice to undergo one month of didactic training and five months of practicum before returning to the workforce
C. Recognition of nursing specifically organizations in coordination with the accredited professional organization.
D. Provides for incentives and benefits system for nurses and their dependents

C. 3 & 4

Two of the following statements are true about the new nursing law, which TWO are NOT?
1. It guarantees the delivery of quality basic health services through an adequate nursing personnel system throughout the country.
2. Requires the member of the board to resign from any employment both in the government and private institutions
3. Requires the chairman of the Board to be a holder of a doctorate degree
4. Amends the Philippine Nursing Act of 1991

A.​1 & 2
B. 2 & 3
​C. 3 & 4​
D. 2 & 4

B.​Licensure and registration

Pamela is certain that only competent nurses are allowed to practice nursing in the country. Which of the following warrants that this strictly adhered to?

A.​Competency assessment​
C. Continuing competency program
B.​Licensure and registration​
D. Specialty certification program

A.​1,2,4

As a lead person in the IMCI program, Pamela is at risk for lawsuits. Which of the following actions will shield her from possible lawsuits?

1. Knowledge and implementation of standards/ protocol of care
2. Documentation of actions accurately and concisely
3. Document outcome of care
4. Following all doctor's orders that are legal and in writing

A.​1,2,4​
B. 2 & 3​
C. 1,2 & 3​
D. 2,3 & 4

A. Start the IV with the goal of saving the patient from further injury

A 4-year old patient assessed to have severe dehydration need an intravenous infusion of D5NSS. Pamela has not attended training in IV therapy yet and she believes that she is not competent to handle such. Which of the following actions of Pamela will expose her to legal risk?

A. Start the IV with the goal of saving the patient from further injury
B. Refer the case to the doctor who can come in less than one hour.
C. Refer the patient to the nearest hospital facility, which can be reached in 30 minutes
D. Give ORESOL while waiting for help.

B. Non-maleficence

Which of the following principles apply to the action of the nurse to refrain from discussing the disease condition of the patient with those who are not involved in his care?

A. Beneficence​C. Justice
B. Non-maleficence​D. Autonomy

A. BON Resolution No. 1955 s. 1989​

The Code of Ethics of Nurses in the Philippines was approved the Board of Nursing through:

A. BON Resolution No. 1955 s. 1989​
C. BON Resolution No. 110 s. 1998
B. BON Resolution No. 633 s. 1984​
D. BON Resolution No. 99-14 s. 1999

B. Negligence

This refers to the omission or commission of an act that a reasonably prudent person in the same or similar circumstance would or would not do.

A. Felony​
C. Malpractice
B. Negligence​
D. Culpa