A nurse who frequently corrects other staff nurses is trying to avoid making comments when it really does not matter.In which situation(s)would it be appropriate for the nurse to remain silent and not share an opinion? Select all that apply.

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In situations A, B, and E, the discrepancies or actions do not significantly impact patient safety or care quality. Minor errors in documentation, slightly extended breaks, and pronunciation issues do not typically require correction unless they lead to larger issues. However, administering medication via the wrong route (C) and discrepancies in narcotic counts (D) are serious concerns that could affect patient safety and legal compliance, thus warranting intervention.

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