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FButt · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A patient is about to undergo a new, controversial bone marrow transplant procedure. The procedure may cause periods of pain and suffering. Although nurses agree to do no harm, this procedure may be necessary to promote health.

This is an example of which ethnical principle? a. Autonomy
b. Justice
c. Fidelity
d. Nonmaleficence

Question 2

A patient is aphasic from a recent stroke. The nurse is taking a multidisciplinary approach to this patient's care. Who would be most appropriate for the nurse to collaborate with regarding the patient's aphasia?

a. Interpreter
b. Speech therapist
c. Physical therapist
d. Mental health nurse specialist

shayla · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Nonmaleficence refers to the fundamental agreement to do no harm. The principle of nonmalefi-cence promotes a continuing effort to consider the potential for harm even when it is necessary to promote health. Autonomy refers to a person's independence. Justice refers to the principles of fairness. Fidelity refers to the agreement to keep promises.

Answer to Question 2

B
Speech therapists help patients with aphasia. The nurse should collaborate with other health care providers who have expertise in communication strategies. Interpreters are invaluable when a patient speaks a foreign language. Mental health advanced practice nurses help in communicating with angry or highly anxious patients. Physical therapist would help with mobility issues.