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nursing Ethics ch 5
Nursing Ethics ch 5
Question | Answer |
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The consideration of standards of conduct or The study of philosophical ideals of right and wrong behavior | Ethics |
Guide public behavior that affects others; preserves the community | Laws |
Judgment about behavior; similar to values | Morals |
Personal belief about the worth of a given idea or behavior | Value |
Independence; self-determination; self reliance | Autonomy |
fairness or equity | Justice |
set of ethical principles that all members of a profession accept | Code of ethics |
faithfulness; striving to keep promises | Fidelity |
execution of duties associated with a nurse's particular role; | Responsibility |
Ability to answer for your actions | Accountability |
Not disclosing personal healthcare information | Confidentiality |
Ability to form an opinion or draw sound conclusions | Judgement |
Educating your patient and supporting their decisions | Advocacy |
The specific knowledge & skills necessary to perform a task | Competence |
The "right" thing to do isn't clear & the healthcare team can't agree on a solution. | Ethical Dilemma |
goals are to educate, recommend policy & review special cases; including the family & patient in the process | Institutional ethics committee |
1)Is this an ethical dilemma?2)Gather all related information3) Examine your own opinions/values4)State the problem clearly5) Consider possible courses or action6)Negotiate the outcome7)Evaluate the action | How to process an ethical dilemma |