Unprofessional nursing behavior can lead to malpractice suits such as failure to use equipment responsibly, failure to assess and monitor the patient, and failure to communicate. I want to discuss the most common allegations in malpractice claims are the failure to document and failure to follow standards of care. It is crucial in nursing practice to develop and follow standards of care which include patient’s confidentiality, maintain standards of care, and prevent from happening intentional and unintentional torts. As an example of an intentional tort is sexual harassment and discrimination for every person in the workplace. An unintentional tort is the most common claim that can cause personal injury or harm to property which could be avoided
