Ethical and Legal Nursing Practice
exam questions & answers solution
2026 complete exam | 100% correct
Ethics - CORRECT ANSWERS Branch of philosophy concerned with distinction between right
and wrong based on body of knowledge, not based only on opinions.
Morality - CORRECT ANSWERS Behavior in accordance with customs or traditions - usually
reflects personal religion/beliefs.
Moral/Ethical Principles - CORRECT ANSWERS Fundamental values or assumptions about the
way individuals should be treated and cared for. Codes that direct or govern Nursing Action.
Autonomy - CORRECT ANSWERS Client must be informed to make a decision. Informed
consents - informed and voluntary decision to accept or decline medical care.
Beneficence - CORRECT ANSWERS Goal is to achieve the highest level of function. What is
best for the needs of others, not myself. Duty to Actively Do Good for Clients.
Nonmaleficence - CORRECT ANSWERS Follow the Scope of Practice. 'First do no harm'. Duty
to Prevent or Avoid Doing Harm, Whether Intentional or Unintentional.
Justice - CORRECT ANSWERS Duty to Treat All Clients Fairly, Without Regard to Age,
Socioeconomic Status, or Other Variables. Equitable distribution of potential benefits and tasks.
Fidelity - CORRECT ANSWERS Keeping promises of care. The Duty to Be Faithful to
Commitments.
, Veracity - CORRECT ANSWERS Give honest answers when the client asked questions. Do not
lie to the client. The Duty to Tell the Truth.
Advocacy - CORRECT ANSWERS Be An Advocate. Patient advocate is a person who speaks up
for or acts on the behalf of the client, protects the client's rights to make his/her own decision.
Accountability - CORRECT ANSWERS Readily admits to action without having to be
questioned by others. Accepting responsibility and consequences for one's actions.
Confidentiality - CORRECT ANSWERS Limits sharing private patient information to only
authorized individuals and agencies. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Responsibility - CORRECT ANSWERS Dependable. Reliable. Adheres to professional standards
of care, complies with institutional policies, meets requirements for continuing education, follows
orders prescribed for the patient.
Code of Ethics - CORRECT ANSWERS Guide to the Code of Ethics for Nurses - American Nurses
Association. Ethical codes promote behavior that is of a higher standard than is required by law.
Values - CORRECT ANSWERS Beliefs/attitudes that are considered important and frequently
influence an individual's behavior and process of decision making. Values can change over time/life
experiences.
BIOETHICS - CORRECT ANSWERS the study of ethical and philosophical issues in biology and
medicine
Ethical Dilemma - CORRECT ANSWERS Conflict between two or more ethical principles where
no correct decision exists.
exam questions & answers solution
2026 complete exam | 100% correct
Ethics - CORRECT ANSWERS Branch of philosophy concerned with distinction between right
and wrong based on body of knowledge, not based only on opinions.
Morality - CORRECT ANSWERS Behavior in accordance with customs or traditions - usually
reflects personal religion/beliefs.
Moral/Ethical Principles - CORRECT ANSWERS Fundamental values or assumptions about the
way individuals should be treated and cared for. Codes that direct or govern Nursing Action.
Autonomy - CORRECT ANSWERS Client must be informed to make a decision. Informed
consents - informed and voluntary decision to accept or decline medical care.
Beneficence - CORRECT ANSWERS Goal is to achieve the highest level of function. What is
best for the needs of others, not myself. Duty to Actively Do Good for Clients.
Nonmaleficence - CORRECT ANSWERS Follow the Scope of Practice. 'First do no harm'. Duty
to Prevent or Avoid Doing Harm, Whether Intentional or Unintentional.
Justice - CORRECT ANSWERS Duty to Treat All Clients Fairly, Without Regard to Age,
Socioeconomic Status, or Other Variables. Equitable distribution of potential benefits and tasks.
Fidelity - CORRECT ANSWERS Keeping promises of care. The Duty to Be Faithful to
Commitments.
, Veracity - CORRECT ANSWERS Give honest answers when the client asked questions. Do not
lie to the client. The Duty to Tell the Truth.
Advocacy - CORRECT ANSWERS Be An Advocate. Patient advocate is a person who speaks up
for or acts on the behalf of the client, protects the client's rights to make his/her own decision.
Accountability - CORRECT ANSWERS Readily admits to action without having to be
questioned by others. Accepting responsibility and consequences for one's actions.
Confidentiality - CORRECT ANSWERS Limits sharing private patient information to only
authorized individuals and agencies. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Responsibility - CORRECT ANSWERS Dependable. Reliable. Adheres to professional standards
of care, complies with institutional policies, meets requirements for continuing education, follows
orders prescribed for the patient.
Code of Ethics - CORRECT ANSWERS Guide to the Code of Ethics for Nurses - American Nurses
Association. Ethical codes promote behavior that is of a higher standard than is required by law.
Values - CORRECT ANSWERS Beliefs/attitudes that are considered important and frequently
influence an individual's behavior and process of decision making. Values can change over time/life
experiences.
BIOETHICS - CORRECT ANSWERS the study of ethical and philosophical issues in biology and
medicine
Ethical Dilemma - CORRECT ANSWERS Conflict between two or more ethical principles where
no correct decision exists.
