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Nosocomial Infections
Joyce Mitchell and Lee Haroun
Since nosocomial infections are contracted in the health care environment, who should be responsible for the consequences? Should patients be able to sue for compensation for pain, suffering, and increased costs? If a patient dies as a result, who should answer for this outcome?

Refusing Assignments
Joyce Mitchell and Lee Haroun
If you have a fear of working with patients who have certain transmittable diseases (e.g., HIV positive, hepatitis, tuberculosis), can you refuse these assignments? Why or why not?

Preventing Blood-Borne Pathogen Transmission
Joyce Mitchell and Lee Haroun
If you come upon an auto accident and emergency care is required, how can you protect yourself from contact with blood or other bodily fluids? Is it appropriate not to administer care if no gloves are available? If you do become ill from administering aid at the scene, who is responsible for your pain, suffering, and costs?

