Chapter 3
In this week's episode of "A Year in the Life," Amy encounters her patient Chris for the first time. Chris, who was driving under the influence, was in a motor vehicle accident. Chris's young son was also in the car. Amy struggles with taking care of Chris while also balancing her nursing judgment to do only good. What moral principle does this scenario primarily address? Beneficence Autonomy Justice Nonmaleficence
Beneficence
In this week's Finger on the Pulse talk show podcast, work-life balance was discussed. Which document that guides nursing practice can help nurses develop this balance? ANA Code of Ethics Nurse Practice Act NCLEX Nursing Care Act
ANA Code of Ethics
In this week's podcast, Amy struggles with her nursing judgment. Which statement best describes why Amy experienced complicated feelings about caring for Chris? Amy was an addict herself and is now in recovery. Patients with addictive issues may exhibit difficult behaviors and make nursing care challenging for a new graduate. Nurses who work extra hours may experience clouded judgment in ethical decision making. Chris's son sustained significant injuries, and children are considered part of a vulnerable population.
Chris's son sustained significant injuries, and children are considered part of a vulnerable population.
When there are conflicts in nursing or patient values and treatment, a special group reviews the case. Which group is most likely to review these types of cases? Nursing managers Professors National League for Nursing Hospital-based ethics committee
Hospital-based ethics committee
Which ethical principles are encountered by professional nurses in practice? (Select all that apply.) Delegation Nonmaleficence Cultural competency Justice Beneficence Autonomy
Nonmaleficence, Justice, Beneficence, Autonomy
Why are ethics important in 21st century nursing practice? (Select all that apply.) Nurses face varied moral issues that also involve legal concepts. Nurses are expected to make ethical and moral decisions alone. Nurses care for people who are living longer and often require complex medical care. All nurses have the moral courage it takes to make difficult decisions while providing care. Nurses are easily able to determine answers to moral dilemmas.
Nurses face varied moral issues that also involve legal concepts., Nurses care for people who are living longer and often require complex medical care.
