Management of CareQuestion 681 of 2368
A nurse treats a client for a dog bite. Which action is required of the nurse?
- Report only if the client requests it
- Keep the information confidential in all cases
- Report it only if the wound needs sutures
- Report the bite according to agency and state requirements
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Correct answer: Report the bite according to agency and state requirements
Nurses are mandated to report dog bites, gunshot wounds, some communicable diseases, and suspected abuse.
Source: Nursing Management and Professional Concepts, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Legal Implications: MANDATORY REPORTING. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Management of Care"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026