NCLEX Acute Coronary Syndrome Practice Exam

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An individual has a seizure while walking down the street. During the seizure, a nurse from a physician's office is noticed driving past without stopping to assist. The individual sues the nurse for negligence but fails to win a judgement for which reason?

The nurse had no duty to the individual. The nurse did what most nurses would do in the same circumstance. The nurse did not cause the client's injuries. The nurse was off-duty at the time.

Correct Answer:

The nurse had no duty to the individual.

Explanation:

To be guilty of negligence, the nurse must have a relationship with the client that involves a duty to provide care. The relationship is usually a component of employment.

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