In a post-clinical conference, a group of students is engaged in ...

[evelyn o bentley]

In a post-clinical conference, a group of students is engaged in a discussion with their instructor. The instructor repeatedly has the students analyze and evaluate the nursing interventions implemented throughout the clinical experience.
 
  The students are engaged in which of the following?
 
  A) Therapeutic use of self
  B) Critical thinking
  C) Interdisciplinary care
  D) Planning care

Question 2

A psychiatric nursing class is discussing current trends in mental health care. A student voices the opinion that there should be equitable access to mental health care and resources for those who live in rural areas, for those without health insurance,
 
  and for those with very little income. The student nurse's opinion most closely reflects which ethical principle?
 
  A) Nonmaleficence
  B) Paternalism
  C) Veracity
  D) Justice

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Sound clinical reasoning depends on critical thinking skills and reflection. Reflection involves continual self-evaluation through observing, monitoring, and judging nursing behaviors with the goal of providing ideal interventions. In therapeutic use of self, the nurse guides, teaches, and advocates for clients through the therapeutic relationship. Interdisciplinary care involves collaboration with other professionals. Planning care involves participation of the client for the provision of services to the client.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Justice is the duty to treat all fairly, distributing the risks and benefits equally. Justice becomes an issue when some portion of a population does not have access to health care. Nonmaleficence is the duty to cause no harm, both individually and for all. Paternalism is the belief that knowledge and education authorize professionals to make decisions for the good of clients. Veracity is the duty to tell the truth.