An RN comes upon a serious motor vehicle accident that has just occurred and no first responders are on the scene.One car has been flipped upside down and she can see the driver still in the car.The RN decides to stop and help.She knows she is protected from civil liability as long as she does which of the following?

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The RN is protected from civil liability as long as she acts in an ordinary, reasonable, and prudent professional manner. This means providing care within her scope of practice, using her knowledge and skills, and following established protocols and guidelines. Failure to meet the established standards of practice could lead to liability. Option B and C are not applicable in this situation.

An RN Comes Upon a Serious Motor Vehicle Accident That