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CCNS Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist

Category - Pediatrics

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A pediatric patient was hospitalized under an involuntary procedure. The patient’s father wants to call his lawyer about matters involving a lawsuit. Which of the following nursing actions is most appropriate?
  1. Allow the phone call without seeking any further information
  2. Ask the father questions about the pending lawsuit
  3. Call the lawyer and explain that the son is in the hospital
  4. Tell the father that the lawsuit would be best settled after discharge from the hospital
Explanation
Answer - A - The nursing action that is most appropriate is to allow the phone call without seeking any further information. A patient who is admitted under an involuntary procedure retains all civil rights, including the right to consult a lawyer and the right to sue.
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