“The law places the responsibility for obtaining consent for medical treatment on the provider who will perform the procedure.” — Janice R. Ellis Copy Share Image
“When minors refuse care and legal guardians have authorized that care, do not proceed until legal clarification is given. Consult your nursing supervisor. This… — Janice R. Ellis Copy Share Image
“Nurses who determine the need for restraints must obtain a physician’s order as soon as possible.” — Janice R. Ellis Copy Share Image
“The law places the responsibility for obtaining consent for medical treatment on the provider who will perform the procedure.” — Janice R. Ellis Copy Share Image
“The preferred method is for the nurse to speak directly to the prescriber, write down the order as received, and then read it back… — Janice R. Ellis Copy Share Image
“The nurse cannot guarantee a physician’s care but can guarantee that the patient will not be left without an advocate.” — Janice R. Ellis Copy Share Image
