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“      How to use this book: This book is divided into two sections; individual medications and medication classes.”
― Jon Haws, 140 Must Know Meds: Demolish Pharmacology for Nursing Drug Guide

“Examples of unintentional torts are negligence and malpractice.”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]

“Quasi-Intentional Tort i. A quasi-intentional tort is an act that causes economic damage or harm or damage to reputation. ii. Examples of quasi-intentional torts are defamation or privacy breaches.”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]

“Torts - wrongdoings against a person”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]

“Compact License 1. A compact license is a license that allows nurses to practice in other states without obtaining additional licenses. 2. A nurse must follow laws in the state of active practice.”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]

“2. If no pulse is noted a. Call for help (Code Button, yell, call light) b. Send someone for AED or whatever equipment is available c. Begin chest compressions i. At a rate of 100-120 beats/min ii. At at a depth of 2 inches iii. Do NOT delay chest compressions d. During chest compressions, do not stop unless instructed i. Minimizing chest compression interruptions is ESSENTIAL ii. Push hard and fast iii. Allow full recoil e. Continue CPR in 2-minute cycle finishes i. Check carotid pulse ii. Analyze rhythm (AED mode if no ACLS providers present) iii. Use bag/valve mask (or other devices) to administer breaths after 30 compressions 1. 30 (compressions): 2 (breaths) ratio until the airway is secured”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]

“litigation (lawsuit)”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]

“1. If a client is found unconscious: a. Quickly assess first b. Determine responsiveness (apply sternal pressure, yelling) c. Check for a carotid pulse i. Spend no more than 10 seconds d. Make every attempt to acknowledge or assess for a neck injury i. If an injury is known or suspected, take whatever necessary precautions to prevent further injury”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]

“Accreditation i. The Joint Commission (TJC)”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]

“Reviews”
― Jon Haws, Nursing Priorities: 5 Step Approach to Making Quick Decisions in Nursing Care

“discussing a client’s HIV status with the family may be a violation of HIPAA if it isn’t relative to the family’s involvement and/or if the client did not want that information shared.”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]

“Part of having a backbone is being willing to admit when you’re not sure, admit when you have a question. ”
― Jon Haws, Nursing Priorities: 5 Step Approach to Making Quick Decisions in Nursing Care

“American Disabilities Act – ADA i. A federal law that prevents discrimination of disabled persons from receiving care from healthcare providers.”
― Jon Haws, NURSING.com Comprehensive NCLEX Book [458 Pages]