David, a student practical nurse, is bathing Mr. Smith. He puts ...

[danielfitts88]

David, a student practical nurse, is bathing Mr. Smith. He puts on gloves to brush Mr. Smith's dentures and keeps the same gloves on throughout the bath.
 
  His reasoning is that he will be able to get the bath finished more quickly and allow Mr. Smith to rest. This is an example of:
  1.
  ethical behavior.
  2.
  unethical behavior.
  3.
  abuse of power.
  4.
  deontology.

Question 2

Another term for ethical behavior is:
 
  1.
  mandatory.
  2.
  lawful.
  3.
  appropriate.
  4.
  ideal.

[Cnarkel]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 2
This is an example of unethical behavior. David's reasoning is faulty. Through his actions, he is putting his patient at risk for an infection. This should be his first priority in caring for Mr. Smith. His second priority should be to get the bath done well with good technique in a timely manner, so his patient will be comfortable and able to rest.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4
Ethical behavior is the quest for ideal behavior.