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What are the common legal issues nurses face?

Nurses commonly encounter legal issues related to malpractice, negligence, confidentiality, and informed consent. Malpractice involves professional negligence that causes harm to a patient, while negligence refers to the failure to provide the standard of care. Confidentiality breaches occur when a nurse discloses sensitive patient information without consent. Informed consent issues arise when a patient is not fully informed about the risks and benefits of a procedure.

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