The legal nurse consultant (LNC) felt more than a little stressed after being cross-examined by both the prosecuting attorney and the defendant's attorney in intricate detail at a deposition. Which of the following actions should be taken next by the LNC?

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During the deposition, the LNC will present the facts of the case and be questioned by attorneys from both sides. This process may be quite lengthy and stressful. It is essential that the LNC be prepared, having reviewed the case and all related materials very thoroughly. Following this process, the LNC will be given a written trANSWERcript of the deposition; this needs to be carefully reviewed for accuracy. It is not appropriate for the LNC to share this experience with friends. Consumption of alcohol will not help the nurse address the stressors that are being encountered. Reviewing the trANSWERcript for accuracy should decrease the level of stress experienced by the nurse and decrease the worry about this case going to trial.

The Legal Nurse Consultant (LNC) Felt More Than a Little