NURSING ETHIC EXAM 1 QUESTION AND ANSWERS

Nursing ethics terminologies: accountability - Ans- judgment and action on the part of the nurse for which she is answerable to self and others for those judgments and actions act utilitarianism - Ans- in a given situation, which act brings the greatest happiness Advocacy - Ans- support for or on behalf of another - to see that the patient's rights and interests are protected in the healthcare setting altruism - Ans- a concern for the wellbeing of others American nurses association - Ans- first published code in 1950, updated in 2001 applied ethics - Ans- concerns with the analysis of specific and controversial moral issues at-risk behavior - Ans- behavioral choice that increases risk where risk is not recognized or is mistakenly believed to be justified - nurse manager should coach autonomy - Ans- personal freedom - the right to choose what happens to me beneficence - Ans- actions taken that promote good collaboration - Ans- concerted effort of individuals and groups to attain a shared goal - requires mutual trust, recognition, and respect among the healthcare team, with shared decision-making about patient care - nurses should assure that relevant parties are involved and needed information is provided collective bargaining - Ans- seeking neutral representation to negotiate fair work practices - unions compensatory justice - Ans- compensation is made for injuries caused by another confidentiality - Ans- relevant data shared only with those members of healthcare team that have a need to know