This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Encouraging a patient to be involved in planning and carrying out his or her own care is a nursing ... (Read 229 times)

go.lag

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 667
on: Jul 17, 2018
Encouraging a patient to be involved in planning and carrying out his or her own care is a nursing action that supports the ethical principle of
 
  a. confidentiality.
  b. privacy.
  c. autonomy.
  d. justice.

Question 2

The patient asks the nurse, I overheard the instructor talking to a student about accountability. What does the word accountability' really mean? The best response by the nurse would be
 
  a. It is a transfer of responsibility for wrong actions.
  b. It is shared responsibility with the physician for wrongdoing.
  c. It is taking personal responsibility for one's nursing actions.
  d. It is giving up responsibility when the situation dictates.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

wilsonbho

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 322
Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Autonomy means being free to choose. Possible patient choices include identifying goals and care measures compatible with one's culture, religion, and personal values.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Accountability means that one is personally answerable for specific actions. The other options do not accurately explain accountability.


go.lag

  • Member
  • Posts: 667
Reply 2 on: Jul 17, 2018
:D TYSM

atrochim

  • Member
  • Posts: 331
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Throughout history, plants containing cardiac steroids have been used as heart drugs and as poisons (e.g., in arrows used in combat), emetics, and diuretics.

Did you know?

The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.

Did you know?

Automated pill dispensing systems have alarms to alert patients when the correct dosing time has arrived. Most systems work with many varieties of medications, so patients who are taking a variety of drugs can still be in control of their dose regimen.

Did you know?

Blastomycosis is often misdiagnosed, resulting in tragic outcomes. It is caused by a fungus living in moist soil, in wooded areas of the United States and Canada. If inhaled, the fungus can cause mild breathing problems that may worsen and cause serious illness and even death.

Did you know?

Hypertension is a silent killer because it is deadly and has no significant early symptoms. The danger from hypertension is the extra load on the heart, which can lead to hypertensive heart disease and kidney damage. This occurs without any major symptoms until the high blood pressure becomes extreme. Regular blood pressure checks are an important method of catching hypertension before it can kill you.

Leafcutter ants carrying leaf fragments back to the nest where they will be processed to create a su Leafcutter ants carrying leaf fragments back to the nest where they will be processed to create a su
The nurse can make observations about the patient's general appearance while talking with the p The nurse can make observations about the patient's general appearance while talking with the p
Palpating the Apical Impulse with the Patient on the Left Side Palpating the Apical Impulse with the Patient on the Left Side
A physical therapist helping the patient on parallel bars. A physical therapist helping the patient on parallel bars.
Gingival enlargement in a patient taking phenytoin. Gingival enlargement in a patient taking phenytoin.
Nursing Care Plan Process: Client with High Blood Lipid Levels Nursing Care Plan Process: Client with High Blood Lipid Levels
Video: Skin Cancer

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library