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Which of the following is an example of how the “utilitarian” principle is applied?
A. Helping a patient decide among the various types of treatment that are available for
their condition
B. Using limited financial resources for programs that help the most people and
have the lowest possible negative outcomes
C. Minimizing the possible poor outcomes when offering treatment choices to a patient
D. Being more careful when using healthcare financial resources for any purpose
the utilitarian principle refers to societal programs that will affect or benefit the largest
number of people in a positive manner. It is not used to refer to an individual person.
The nurse practitioner acts in the best interest of the postoperative patient by making
sure the patient’s pain is controlled by ordering around-the-clock analgesia as well as
additional as-needed medications. This is an example of which type of ethical principle?
A. Beneficence B. Fidelity C. Veracity D. Justice
Beneficence mandates all clinicians and caregivers to act in the best interest of their
patients. Making sure the patient’s pain is under control postoperatively is an example
of promoting a patient’s well-being. The principle of veracity is the duty to present
information honestly and truthfully. Fidelity is the duty to remain faithful and keep
commitment to the patient by maintaining trust. Justice is the duty to be fair and act
without bias.
Which of the following establishes the ethical standard for the NP and a guide to use in
ethical analysis and decision-making?
A. Institutional protocols
B. Clinical practice guidelines
C. American Nurses Association Code of Ethics
D. State nurse practice acts
The American Nurses Association has established the Code of Ethics for Nurses, which
puts forth the ethical standard for the profession and provides a guide for nurses to use
in ethical analysis and decision-making. This nonnegotiable code has been the
foundation of nursing theory and practice. It includes ethical values, obligations, duties,
and professional ideas and is an expression of nursing’s own understanding of its
commitment to society. While institutional protocols, clinical practice guidelines, and
state nurse practice acts guide the scope and standards of practice, the code of ethics
provides the ethical standard for nursing practice.
A patient with worsening dementia is deemed incompetent to make decisions regarding
their medical care. The person who is legally responsible for directing this patient’s care
is the patient’s:
A. Next of kin B. Healthcare power of attorney
C. Spouse D. Close friend
The durable power of attorney for healthcare is a signed legal document authorizing an
individual to make medical decisions on the patient’s behalf if they lose decision-making
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Which of the following is an example of how the “utilitarian” principle is applied?
A. Helping a patient decide among the various types of treatment that are available for
their condition
B. Using limited financial resources for programs that help the most people and
have the lowest possible negative outcomes
C. Minimizing the possible poor outcomes when offering treatment choices to a patient
D. Being more careful when using healthcare financial resources for any purpose
the utilitarian principle refers to societal programs that will affect or benefit the largest
number of people in a positive manner. It is not used to refer to an individual person.
The nurse practitioner acts in the best interest of the postoperative patient by making
sure the patient’s pain is controlled by ordering around-the-clock analgesia as well as
additional as-needed medications. This is an example of which type of ethical principle?
A. Beneficence B. Fidelity C. Veracity D. Justice
Beneficence mandates all clinicians and caregivers to act in the best interest of their
patients. Making sure the patient’s pain is under control postoperatively is an example
of promoting a patient’s well-being. The principle of veracity is the duty to present
information honestly and truthfully. Fidelity is the duty to remain faithful and keep
commitment to the patient by maintaining trust. Justice is the duty to be fair and act
without bias.
Which of the following establishes the ethical standard for the NP and a guide to use in
ethical analysis and decision-making?
A. Institutional protocols
B. Clinical practice guidelines
C. American Nurses Association Code of Ethics
D. State nurse practice acts
The American Nurses Association has established the Code of Ethics for Nurses, which
puts forth the ethical standard for the profession and provides a guide for nurses to use
in ethical analysis and decision-making. This nonnegotiable code has been the
foundation of nursing theory and practice. It includes ethical values, obligations, duties,
and professional ideas and is an expression of nursing’s own understanding of its
commitment to society. While institutional protocols, clinical practice guidelines, and
state nurse practice acts guide the scope and standards of practice, the code of ethics
provides the ethical standard for nursing practice.
A patient with worsening dementia is deemed incompetent to make decisions regarding
their medical care. The person who is legally responsible for directing this patient’s care
is the patient’s:
A. Next of kin B. Healthcare power of attorney
C. Spouse D. Close friend
The durable power of attorney for healthcare is a signed legal document authorizing an
individual to make medical decisions on the patient’s behalf if they lose decision-making
This study source was downloaded by 100000901307859 from CourseHero.com on 10-16-2025 09:41:15 GMT -05:00
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