Boundary violations are a breakdown in professionalism and may result when which of the following occurs?
A) A previously trustworthy and cooperative inmate demands to be seen by one nurse only.
B) Sexual intimacy occurs between inmate and staff.
C) The nurse refers and discharges a patient when patient is clearly ready.
D) Both A and B are violations.

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Boundary violations in a professional setting, such as between staff and inmates, include both demanding to see only one specific nurse, which can lead to an inappropriate level of personal involvement, and sexual intimacy, which is a clear breach of professional ethics.

Boundary Violations Are a Breakdown in Professionalism and May Result