The nurse is working through an ethical dilemma using a ...

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The nurse is working through an ethical dilemma using a decision-making process developed by the Ohio Nurses Association. After identifying the existence of the ethical dilemma, the next step in this process is to:
 
  A) Clarify personal values and moral position
  B) Determine options on the basis of consideration of benefits and risks
  C) Make a responsible decision about actions or recommendations
  D) Gather and analyze relevant information

Question 2

Which is the primary way that U.S. federal government has encouraged improved information management in the healthcare system?
 
  A) Publishing of guidelines for increased efficiency in filing client records
  B) Tax deductions for the installation of new telephone systems
  C) Reimbursement and bonuses for physicians and hospitals for adopting electronic health records
  D) Grants for hiring office managers trained in health information technology

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Feedback:
The Ohio Nurses Association (2006) developed a process to guide nurses in working through ethical dilemmas. This process includes the following steps, in order: 1) Identifying the existence of the ethical dilemma (conflict in values); 2) gathering and analyzing relevant informationincludin g identification of stakeholders, interdisciplinary team members, and other sources of relevant information; 3) clarifying personal values and moral position, including the moral perspectives of other players in the scenario; 4) determining options on the basis of careful consideration of alternatives' benefits and risks; 5) making responsible decisions about actions or recommendations, in collaboration with other interested parties; and 6) evaluating the impact of the action and outcomes.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Feedback:
As established in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, physicians who adopt and use electronic health records (EHRs) meaningfully can be reimbursed for their services up to 44,000 over 5 years. Similarly, hospitals that effectively utilize EHRs earn an incentive of 2 million through a one-time bonus. The other answers are not true.