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WorksheetsLegal Implications in Nursing
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the primary law that governs the practice of nursing in the Philippines?
RA 9173
RA 10173
RA 7610
RA 9262
What legal liabilities may a nurse face in cases of medical negligence or malpractice?
CIVIL SUITS
CRIMINAL CHARGES
LICENSE REVOCATION OR SUSPENSION
ALL OF THE ABOVE
How can a nurse protect themselves legally when handling informed consent for procedures?
ALL OF THE ABOVE
PROPER AND ACCURATE DOCUMENTATION
ENSURES PATIENT'S UNDERSTANDING
RESPECT CONFIDENTIALITY
If a nurse performs a medical procedure outside their scope of practice, what legal implications may arise?
Award of recognition
Automatic promotion
Administrative or criminal liability
Nothing, as long as patient recovers
What is the consequence for a nurse practicing without a valid PRC license?
Suspension only
Administrative fine
Imprisonment and/or fines under RA 9173
Warning from the hospital only
According to the Code of Ethics for Nurses in the Philippines, what is the nurse’s primary responsibility?
To the hospital administration
To promote health, prevent illness, and alleviate suffering
To prioritize documentation over patient care
To follow the doctor's orders without question
Which of the following situations may constitute nursing negligence?
Failure to administer medication as prescribed
Assisting a patient with hygiene care
Monitoring vital signs regularly
Explaining discharge instructions to the family
What legal action can a patient take if a nurse violates confidentiality?
RA 10173
RA 9173
RA 7616
RA 9262
Which legal protection is given to nurses under Philippine labor laws?
Right to perform surgery independently
Right to disclose patient data freely
Right to alter patient records if needed
Right to refuse unsafe working conditions
Altering or falsifying nursing documentation can lead to which consequences?
No consequence if patient was not harmed
Legal charges, license revocation, and administrative sanctions
Promotion and recognition
Patient’s family taking over nursing care
