HIV legal update
Article Abstract:
Some people pursue injury suits based on their possible exposure to HIV. If employers recognize this as a potential liability, they may begin to exclude or isolate workers infected with HIV. Some courts have upheld this principle on the basis of potential exposure, while others have refused to regard the fear of infection as constituting actual injury. This type of suit is relatively new but has significant implications for nursing administrators.
Publication Name: Nursing Management
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-6314
Year: 1996
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HIV legal update
Article Abstract:
Cases involving health care providers and HIV infected individuals are presented in a discussion of privacy rights, contributory negligence, consent litigation, and employee rights. Cases involving HIV have led to legislation requiring patient consent for HIV tests. The courts made a case for contributory negligence after a nurse was exposed to HIV when a needle punctured her blood-covered glove.
Publication Name: Nursing Management
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-6314
Year: 1996
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HIV legal update
Article Abstract:
Lawsuits concerning HIV exposure and liability are examined and cases involving disclosure and knowledge about the virus are discussed. Individuals making claims concerning exposure to the virus have been largely unsuccessful due in part to the limited knowledge about HIV in the early years of its identification. Cases involving duty to inform and notification of risks are presented.
Publication Name: Nursing Management
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-6314
Year: 1996
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