Introduction to Nursing Ethics and Professionalism
Introduction to Nursing Ethics and Professionalism ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who has requested information about their prognosis that the physician has not yet discussed with them.
What should be done?
Providing false or misleading information violates veracity
Refusing information violates patient autonomy
Nurses have an ethical responsibility of veracity which means they must provide accurate information even when it may be difficult or distressing.In this situation,the nurse should provide accurate information about prognosis while also providing emotional support.
Avoiding discussion altogether violates patient autonomy
Provide accurate information
Explanation:Nurses have an ethical responsibility of veracity which means they must provide accurate information even when it may be difficult or distressing.In this situation,the nurse should provide accurate information about prognosis while also providing emotional support.
Incorrect answers:
a.Providing false or misleading information violates veracity
b.Refusing information violates patient autonomy
d.Avoiding discussion altogether violates patient autonomy