Nursing Ethics

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Which ethical principle emphasizes respecting the patient's autonomy and decision-making capacity?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Respect for Autonomy is an ethical principle that emphasizes respecting the patient's right to make decisions about their own healthcare, including the right to refuse treatment.

What is the primary ethical obligation of a nurse?

  1. To advocate for the patient's rights

  2. To provide competent care

  3. To follow physician's orders

  4. To protect the patient's confidentiality


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary ethical obligation of a nurse is to provide competent care to the patient, which includes assessing the patient's needs, developing a plan of care, and implementing and evaluating interventions.

Which ethical principle emphasizes avoiding harm to the patient?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Non-maleficence is an ethical principle that emphasizes avoiding harm to the patient, which includes both physical and psychological harm.

What is the ethical principle that emphasizes fairness and equity in the distribution of healthcare resources?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Justice

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Justice is an ethical principle that emphasizes fairness and equity in the distribution of healthcare resources, including access to care, allocation of resources, and the quality of care.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of truthfulness and honesty in the nurse-patient relationship?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Veracity

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Veracity is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of truthfulness and honesty in the nurse-patient relationship, including providing accurate information about the patient's condition and treatment options.

What is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of confidentiality in the nurse-patient relationship?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Confidentiality

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Confidentiality is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of protecting the patient's privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of their medical information.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of respecting the patient's cultural and religious beliefs?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Cultural Sensitivity

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Cultural Sensitivity is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of respecting the patient's cultural and religious beliefs, including their values, beliefs, and practices.

What is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of obtaining informed consent from the patient before providing treatment?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Informed Consent

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Informed Consent is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of obtaining informed consent from the patient before providing treatment, which includes providing the patient with accurate information about the risks, benefits, and alternatives of the treatment.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of providing compassionate care to the patient?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Compassion

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Compassion is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of providing compassionate care to the patient, including showing empathy, understanding, and support.

What is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of advocating for the patient's rights?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Advocacy

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Advocacy is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of advocating for the patient's rights, including their right to quality care, their right to make decisions about their own healthcare, and their right to be treated with respect and dignity.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of maintaining professional boundaries in the nurse-patient relationship?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Professional Boundaries

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Professional Boundaries is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of maintaining professional boundaries in the nurse-patient relationship, including avoiding dual relationships and maintaining appropriate physical and emotional boundaries.

What is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of self-care for nurses?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Self-Care

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Self-Care is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of self-care for nurses, including taking care of their own physical, mental, and emotional health.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of ethical decision-making in nursing practice?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Ethical Decision-Making

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ethical Decision-Making is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of ethical decision-making in nursing practice, including using ethical principles, considering the patient's values and preferences, and weighing the risks and benefits of different treatment options.

What is the ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of accountability in nursing practice?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Accountability

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Accountability is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of accountability in nursing practice, including being responsible for one's actions and decisions, and being open to feedback and criticism.

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning for nurses?

  1. Beneficence

  2. Non-maleficence

  3. Lifelong Learning

  4. Respect for Autonomy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lifelong Learning is an ethical principle that emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning for nurses, including staying up-to-date on the latest evidence-based practice and continuing to develop their knowledge and skills.

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