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Negligence is best defined as:
- A.Failing to act with the care a reasonable person would use, resulting in harm
- B.Intentionally harming a resident
- C.Refusing an assignment
- D.Documenting care late
Correct answer
A. Failing to act with the care a reasonable person would use, resulting in harm
Why
Negligence is the failure to provide care that a reasonably careful person would provide, and that failure causes injury. It does not require intent to harm.
Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Legal and Ethical Behavior: Negligence · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-028).