Practical Case Study: HLTENN008 Apply Legal & Ethical Parameters

This case study, prepared by a student for the HLTENN008 unit, presents a scenario involving two patients admitted to a day surgical ward. The enrolled nurse, EN Rose Baxter, faces challenges related to patient identification, medication errors, and adherence to ethical and legal standards. The case study explores issues such as duty of care, informed consent, the application of the Standards for Practice for Enrolled nurses, and the Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses. The EN's actions in flagging patients with similar details, reporting errors, and working within her scope of practice are analyzed. The case also examines the EN's role in promoting patient safety and respecting cultural beliefs, particularly concerning pain management. The assignment requires the student to answer fifteen questions based on the scenario, demonstrating their understanding of legal and ethical parameters in nursing practice.