A nurse was caring for a patient who reported syncopal episodes. The n

QUESTION

A nurse was caring for a patient who reported syncopal episodes. The nurse placed the call bell in reach, and instructed the patient not to get out of bed without assistance. The patient forgot to call the nurse and got out of bed to go to the bathroom.

The patient fell and broke a hip. The patient is now suing for negligence. What needs to be considered to constitute a negligence claim? Select all that apply
A. Duty
B. Breach of duty
C. Spontaneous duty
D. Harm

ANSWER:

ANS: A, B, D