SHERPATH: ETHICAL
CONSIDERATIONS IN NURSING
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
GRADED A+ 2025/2026
Which application of the ethical principal of fidelity specific to the heart transplant case study is
correct? - ANS Faithfulness and keeping the promise to do the best you can for the patient,
regardless of the patient's past history
Which phrase best describes the ethical principle of justice? - ANS The belief that everybody
is entitled to be treated fairly regardless of race, gender, or wealth
Which statement best describes the ethical principle of utility? - ANS It does not matter what
the action is as long as the outcome is positive and benefits many.
Which phrases describe the ethical principle of beneficence? - ANS Action equals a direct
benefit
Maximizing of good
Promoting of good
Promoting a positive outcome
Which ethical theory would best support the decision that the hospital was correct in obtaining
state custody of a child to administer chemotherapy? - ANS Deontology
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, Which description of rights-based ethical theory is accurate? - ANS Nonconsequentialist
theory based on the belief that all individuals are entitled to certain rights that cannot be taken
away
Which statements describe the ethical theory of deontology? - ANS It reflects the beliefs of
nonconsequentialists.
The primary intent of the action is judged, not the repercussions.
Its aim is to perform the right action.
The phrase "I just knew it was the right thing to do" is an example of using which ethical theory?
- ANS Intuitionist theory
Which theories are examples of agent-based ethical theories? - ANS Virtue ethics theory
Intuitionist theory
Which actions apply to provision 1 of the ANA Code of Ethics: "The nurse practices with
compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth, and unique attributes of every person"?
- ANS Building respectful, caring, and compassionate relationships with colleagues
Recognizing a person's inalienable rights
Recognizing and caring for all humans with dignity and compassion regardless of disease,
disability, or religious or lifestyle choice
The Code of Ethics for Nurses is composed and published by which organized group? -
ANS The American Nurses Association
Which statement about the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics is correct? - ANS The
ANA Code of Ethics is a reference for nurses that identifies the ethical ideals of the profession.
Which information would be considered in an ethics consult based on the case study and the
general guidelines for an ethics consult? - ANS Child's age
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CONSIDERATIONS IN NURSING
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
GRADED A+ 2025/2026
Which application of the ethical principal of fidelity specific to the heart transplant case study is
correct? - ANS Faithfulness and keeping the promise to do the best you can for the patient,
regardless of the patient's past history
Which phrase best describes the ethical principle of justice? - ANS The belief that everybody
is entitled to be treated fairly regardless of race, gender, or wealth
Which statement best describes the ethical principle of utility? - ANS It does not matter what
the action is as long as the outcome is positive and benefits many.
Which phrases describe the ethical principle of beneficence? - ANS Action equals a direct
benefit
Maximizing of good
Promoting of good
Promoting a positive outcome
Which ethical theory would best support the decision that the hospital was correct in obtaining
state custody of a child to administer chemotherapy? - ANS Deontology
1 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
, Which description of rights-based ethical theory is accurate? - ANS Nonconsequentialist
theory based on the belief that all individuals are entitled to certain rights that cannot be taken
away
Which statements describe the ethical theory of deontology? - ANS It reflects the beliefs of
nonconsequentialists.
The primary intent of the action is judged, not the repercussions.
Its aim is to perform the right action.
The phrase "I just knew it was the right thing to do" is an example of using which ethical theory?
- ANS Intuitionist theory
Which theories are examples of agent-based ethical theories? - ANS Virtue ethics theory
Intuitionist theory
Which actions apply to provision 1 of the ANA Code of Ethics: "The nurse practices with
compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth, and unique attributes of every person"?
- ANS Building respectful, caring, and compassionate relationships with colleagues
Recognizing a person's inalienable rights
Recognizing and caring for all humans with dignity and compassion regardless of disease,
disability, or religious or lifestyle choice
The Code of Ethics for Nurses is composed and published by which organized group? -
ANS The American Nurses Association
Which statement about the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics is correct? - ANS The
ANA Code of Ethics is a reference for nurses that identifies the ethical ideals of the profession.
Which information would be considered in an ethics consult based on the case study and the
general guidelines for an ethics consult? - ANS Child's age
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