What is the term for the commission of an act that a prudent nurse should not have done, or the omission of an act a prudent nurse should have done, that results in injury or harm to another person?

A. This action demonstrates a willingness to understand and respect the patient’s cultural beliefs. By asking for more details, the nurse shows interest in the patient's perspective and opens a dialogue to better understand the cultural context of their health beliefs.
B. This action involves the nurse taking the initiative to understand the cultural practices and dietary beliefs of the patient. By researching these beliefs, the nurse can gain insight into how the patient's culture views dietary management and how it might be integrated into their overall care. However, while researching is valuable, it does not directly engage with the patient’s beliefs or preferences in a clinical context.
C. By discussing how to incorporate the patient’s dietary preferences into their treatment plan, the nurse is showing respect for the patient's cultural beliefs while still working within the medical framework. This approach helps to integrate the patient’s cultural practices with conventional medical treatment, fostering a collaborative approach to care.
D. This action is also a good example of cultural accommodation. By involving a registered nutritionist, the nurse is providing the patient with professional guidance that aligns with their cultural beliefs about dietary management. This approach respects the patient’s preferences and provides expert advice on how to incorporate those preferences into a medically sound treatment plan.

A. Reflex tone refers to the neurological response of the body to stimuli and is not directly related to the action or monitoring of anticoagulant therapy. While assessing reflexes might be important for overall patient health, it is not specifically relevant to monitoring the effects of warfarin. Reflex tone does not provide information on the anticoagulation status or risk of bleeding associated with warfarin therapy.
B. Checking the body for bruising helps assess the safety of warfarin therapy and may indicate the need for dosage adjustments or further investigation if bruising is excessive. However, while monitoring for bruising is essential, it is not the primary method for assessing the effectiveness and safety of anticoagulant therapy.
C. While monitoring kidney function is relevant for overall medication management, it is not the primary focus for directly assessing the effectiveness or safety of warfarin therapy. Kidney function is more related to adjusting doses and avoiding potential complications.
D. Regularly reviewing PT is crucial for managing warfarin therapy because it directly reflects the anticoagulation effect of the medication. The International Normalized Ratio (INR), derived from PT, is used to ensure the patient is within the therapeutic range for effective anticoagulation while minimizing the risk of bleeding.