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●​ DO NOT discuss clients' information in public places. ●​ Be aware of local , state , and federal HIPAA requirements to protect client confidentiality and information security. Nurses are vital in promoting client safety and security while delivering quality care by ensuring compliance with HIPAA , privacy , and confidentiality regulations. Malpractice Malpractice in Nursing is an especially important issue in healthcare. It occurs when a nurse fails to exercise the standard of care, which results in compromised client care, or a client is injured as a result. It can occur due to either an act of negligence or an unintentional act. Nurses need to have a clear understanding of malpractice laws to provide safe and competent care. In terms of malpractice in nursing, the Nurse Practice Act states a nurse has the following duties: ●​ Provide safe, competent, and quality care in accordance with nursing laws and regulations ●​ Maintain confidential client records

●​ Continually assess and monitor client progress ●​ Develop appropriate client treatment plans ●​ Administer medications as ordered ●​ Follow all safety protocols

To be held liable for malpractice, a nurse must have breached one or more of their duties, which must have caused the resulting damages. Damages typically refer to disability , suffering , loss of income , and emotional distress caused by negligence. In order to prevent malpractice-related claims, nurses need to practice due diligence , secure evidence of their activities, and stay up-to-date with changes to procedures, regulations, and policies.

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