A registered nurse in the United States is caring for a patient who has an order for a diagnostic procedure. The patient asks the nurse to explain the procedure's risks and alternatives before agreeing. What should the nurse do?

A registered nurse in the United States is caring for a patient who reports severe pain after a procedure. The nurse gives the prescribed analgesic, but the patient later reports that the pain is unchanged. What should the nurse do?

A registered nurse in the United States is caring for a patient who asks to see the health record. The patient has decision-making capacity and no restriction applies to access. What is the best response?

A registered nurse in the United States suspects that a school-aged child has unexplained bruises and gives inconsistent explanations. The child asks the nurse not to tell anyone. What should the nurse do?

A registered nurse in the United States is caring for a patient whose condition worsens after the nurse has received an unsafe assignment. The nurse has informed the charge nurse, but no replacement is available. What action best protects the patient?

A registered nurse in the United States is asked to share a patient's diagnosis with a nurse who is not involved in the patient's care. The nurse wants the information for personal interest. What should the nurse do?

A registered nurse in the United States believes a provider's prescription is unsafe because the patient's documented allergy is relevant. The provider dismisses the concern. What should the nurse do next?