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A pediatric nurse receives a subpoena in a court case involving a child. Before appearing in court, what should the nurse review in addition to the State Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Code for Nurses?

A pediatric nurse receives a subpoena in a court case involving a child. Before appearing in court, what should the nurse review in addition to the State Nurse Practice Act and the ANA Code for Nurses? Correct Answer ANA Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice

Explanation-

  • ANA stands for American Nurses Association that provides guidelines for nursing performance
  • ANA standards of nursing practice consist of three components:
  1. Professional standards of care define diagnostic, intervention and evaluation competencies.
  2. Professional performance standards identify role functions of indirect care, consultation and quality assurance.
  3. Speciality practice guidelines are protocols of care for specific populations.

Additional Information

  • Nursing Social Policy Statement- This statement explains what the public can expect from nurses. It is not used to govern nursing practice.
  • State law regarding the protection of minors- This law is not related to nursing guidelines. It is related to the protection of minor children.
  • References regarding a child’s right to consent- It states that a parent or guardian may not refuse to assist a child or withhold consent.

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