Ethical Dilemma Correct Ans-You are caring for a patient with a terminal illness, The
patient has discussed with you her desire to explore DNR orders. However, she expresses
conflicting sentiments to the admitting physician, and you are challenged with how to
proceed.
Your patient is about to undergo a controversial orthopedic procedure. The procedure may
cause periods of pain. Although nurses agree to do no harm, this procedure may be the
patients only treatment option. This example describes the ethical principle of? Correct
Ans-A. Autonomy
B. Fidelity
C. Justice
D. Nonmaleficence
If a nurse decides to withhold a medication because it might further lover the patient's BP, the
nurse will be practicing the principle of? Correct Ans-A. Responsibility
B. Accountability
C. Confidentiality
D. Moral Behavior
, ADN 110 Exam 1- Questions and Answers 100% Solved
TJC Correct Ans-The Joint Commission
Assault Correct Ans-The conduct of one person making another person fearful and
apprehensive.
Battery Correct Ans-Is any intentional touching without consent. The contact can be
harmful to the patient and cause an injury, or it can be merely offensive to the patient's
personal dignity.
Slander Correct Ans-Occurs when one makes a false statement.
Libel Correct Ans-Is written defamation of character.
Negligence Correct Ans-Conduct that falls below a standard care.
Professional Negligence Correct Ans-The failure of a person who has professional training
to act in a reasonable and prudent manner.
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