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jessicacav

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A nurse on the unit makes an error in the calculation of the dose of medication for a critically ill patient. The patient suffered no ill consequences from the administration. The nurse decides not to report the error or file an incident report.
 
  The nurse is violating which principle of ethics?
  a. Fidelity
  b. Individuality
  c. Justice
  d. Values clarification

Question 2

A nursing student is conducting a survey of fellow nursing students. Which ethical concept is the student following when calculating the risk-to-benefit ratio and concluding that no harmful effects were associated with a survey?
 
  a. Beneficence
  b. Human dignity
  c. Justice
  d. Human rights


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Fidelity is the principle that requires us to act in ways that are loyal. In the role of a nurse, such action includes keeping your promises, doing what is expected of you, performing your duties, and being trustworthy. Individuality is something that distinguishes one person or thing from others. Injustice is when a person is denied a right or entitlement. Values clarification is a tool that allows the nurse to examine personal values in terms of ethical situations.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Beneficence is a term that is defined as promoting goodness, kindness, and charity. In ethical terms, beneficence means to provide benefit to others by promoting their good. Human dignity is the inherent worth and uniqueness of a person. Justice involves upholding moral and legal principles. Human rights are the basic rights of each individual.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

TheDev123

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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