5350 M3L2 ETHICS AND THE NP
LECTURE NOTES EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026/2027
Ethical dilemmas arise when - ANSWERSmoral issues raise questions that cannot be
answered with a simple, clearly defined rule, fact or authoritative view
Ethical model for decision making - ANSWERSExamine the ethical dilemma.
Thoroughly comprehend the possible alternatives.
Hypothesize ethical arguments.
Investigate, compare, and evaluate the arguments
for each alternative.
Choose the alternative you would recommend.
Act on your chosen alternative.
Look at the ethical dilemma and examine the
outcomes while reflecting on the ethical decision.
If a pt asks to take a photo with np - ANSWERSIt is okay, but can cause privacy issues
for NP
Can just state against organizational policy
Informatics - ANSWERSScience of obtaining information via computerized technology
Principles to remember: nonmaleficence, beneficence
HIPPA compliance
Types of informatics: EHRs (data collection, dashboards), mobile applications
Do not access personal records through provider view (duh, bye bye license)
It is your responsibility to obtain training/knowledge on new
medications/products/procedures that have direct applicability to practice and prior to
implementing.
Keep records of trainings (sutures, joint injections, etc)
Prescribing - ANSWERSPrinciples to remember: Nonmaleficence, Beneficence
Scope of practice and training - ANSWERSAccording to TX BON: in order to be
licensed as an advanced practice registered nurse, this individual completed additional
educational preparation to expand scope of practice beyond that of the RN. APRN
education, however, focused on expanding nursing scope of practice in a particular
advanced practice role and population focus (ex. anesthesia, women's health,
LECTURE NOTES EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2026/2027
Ethical dilemmas arise when - ANSWERSmoral issues raise questions that cannot be
answered with a simple, clearly defined rule, fact or authoritative view
Ethical model for decision making - ANSWERSExamine the ethical dilemma.
Thoroughly comprehend the possible alternatives.
Hypothesize ethical arguments.
Investigate, compare, and evaluate the arguments
for each alternative.
Choose the alternative you would recommend.
Act on your chosen alternative.
Look at the ethical dilemma and examine the
outcomes while reflecting on the ethical decision.
If a pt asks to take a photo with np - ANSWERSIt is okay, but can cause privacy issues
for NP
Can just state against organizational policy
Informatics - ANSWERSScience of obtaining information via computerized technology
Principles to remember: nonmaleficence, beneficence
HIPPA compliance
Types of informatics: EHRs (data collection, dashboards), mobile applications
Do not access personal records through provider view (duh, bye bye license)
It is your responsibility to obtain training/knowledge on new
medications/products/procedures that have direct applicability to practice and prior to
implementing.
Keep records of trainings (sutures, joint injections, etc)
Prescribing - ANSWERSPrinciples to remember: Nonmaleficence, Beneficence
Scope of practice and training - ANSWERSAccording to TX BON: in order to be
licensed as an advanced practice registered nurse, this individual completed additional
educational preparation to expand scope of practice beyond that of the RN. APRN
education, however, focused on expanding nursing scope of practice in a particular
advanced practice role and population focus (ex. anesthesia, women's health,
