Which law may protect a nurse volunteering at a community event providing first aid outside the hospital if acting reasonably and within training?
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Correct answer: Good Samaritan law
Good Samaritan laws provide immunity from negligence claims for voluntary assistance in emergencies outside professional settings.
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