A nurse stops by the scene of an auto accident. She helps a conscious patient to remain calm and provides basic first aid to the patient. The patient later sues the nurse for malpractice. What state law will probably be used in the nurse's defense?

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The Good Samaritan Act provides legal protection for healthcare professionals who provide assistance during emergency situations outside their normal working environment. In this case, the nurse stopped by the scene of an auto accident and provided basic first aid, which would likely fall under the protection of the Good Samaritan Act.

A Nurse Stops by the Scene of an Auto Accident