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abern

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The nursing code of ethics reminds nurses:
 
  1. To make good decisions.
  2. To avoid ethical dilemmas.
  3. Of the special responsibility they assume when caring for the sick.
  4. To carry out hospital policies.

Question 2

The nurse is aware of the risk of suicide and accidental overdose of medication are increasing among which of the following groups?
 
  1. Adolescents and elderly people
  2. Adolescents and young adults
  3. Elderly and school-age children
  4. Native American young adults and adolescents
  5.



allisonblackmore

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: The nursing code of ethics provides guidelines for professional behavior.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: Adolescents and elderly people in all cultures are increasingly committing suicide and experiencing accidental overdose.



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