TLO 4.1 Legal Scope

Question 1

Role and professional responsibilities of the nurse

Answer 1

Autonomy and accountability:
Accountability in that you are legally and professionally responsible for the patient
Remain current and competent
Autonomy: implement nursing interventions

Caregiver:
Help patients maintain and regain health

Advocate:
Protect patients human and legal rights

Question 2

Role and professional responsibilities of the nurse

Answer 2

Educator:
Explain concepts to promote health, reinforce learning
Teaching is formal and informal
Communicator:
Essential for nursing role
Without clear communication it is impossible to advocate for patients
Manager:
Establishes and environment for collaborative care