Module 6 - Case Evaluation and Report Writing

Question 1

Which of the following legal elements would the RN expert be MOST qualified to testify to in a case involving an RN who failed to assess the patient in a timely manner?

a. Duty and breach of duty.
b. Damages and causation.
c. Causation and duty.
d. Breach of duty and damages.

Answer 1

a.

Question 2

Which of the following is a key concept in writing reports?

a. Include large volumes of theory.
b. Address what is missing in the record.
c. Include only those opinions that can be validated by the nurse practice act.
d. Address only clinical aspects of the case.

Answer 2

b.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the CE’s written report?

a. To help the attorney prepare and develop the case.
b. To identify case weaknesses.
c. To give the jury an educational tool.
d. To provide a basis for the TE.

Answer 3

a.

Question 4

Which report format is most effective for defining the specific deviations from the standards of care?

a. Chronological timeline.
b. Narrative.
c. Outline.
d. Chart.

Answer 4

a.

Question 5

Purpose of Written Reports

Answer 5

Education of attorney
TE establishes credibility.
Summarizing information.
Marketing for next case.

Question 6

Narrative Report

Answer 6

Paragraph format

Used for screening opinion, TE report, brief report.

Question 7

Chronological Report

Answer 7

Summary with or without comments.
Preferred format.
Date/Time, Source, Provider, Event, Comments

Question 8

Outline Report

Answer 8

Roman numeral format.

Used for brief report or section of a comprehensive report.

Question 9

Chart Report

Answer 9

Used to compare items, testimony, vital signs, etc.

Could be used as demonstrative evidence.