The highest degree of credibility is required by a nurse who provides testimony before the Court as a(n)
A) fact witness.
B) expert witness.
C) correctional nurse.
D) critical care nurse.

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An expert witness is recognized by the Court as having a higher level of skill or expertise in a specific area. In addition to testifying about involvement with the individual and documentation of the interactions, an expert witness is permitted by the Court to give a professional opinion. A fact witness may testify only regarding what was seen, heard, performed, or documented regarding first-hand nursing care. Correctional and critical care nurses may testify as fact witnesses.

The Highest Degree of Credibility Is Required by a Nurse