The nurse is planning a staff development conference about changing the process of how clients are seen at a clinic to a first come, first served basis.
This proposed change will model which ethical principle?
The nurse is planning a staff development conference about changing the process of how clients are seen at a clinic to a first come, first served basis.
This proposed change will model which ethical principle?
A. Nonmaleficence
[10%]
B. Veracity
[13%]
C. Paternalism
[8%]
D. Justice
[68%]
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Subject/Lesson
Subject
Leadership & Management
Lesson
Ethical/Legal
Client Need
Test Plan
Management of Care
Related Topic
Ethical Practice
Item Type
Item Type
Knowledge/Comprehension
Explanation
Choice D is correct. Justice is an ethical principle that is centered around equality. By having clients seen in this manner, the nurse is not providing special treatment or preference to a particular individual(s) based on factors such as the ability to pay or ethnicity.
Choice A is incorrect. Nonmaleficence pertains to doing no harm. The nurse should always engage in client care directed at positive outcomes versus any acts that may cause harm, such as giving medication without verifying a client's identity first.
Choice B is incorrect. Veracity is the principle directed at the nurse being honest in all situations. Veracity promotes a positive relationship by making the nurse authentic and not deceptive.
Choice C is incorrect. Paternalism references a healthcare worker making decisions for the client based on their best interest. A paternalistic action would be a physician overriding a client's do-not-resuscitate status during a code.
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Justice
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Additional Info
✓ Justice emphasizes that the nurse treats all clients equally.
✓ Nurses should be aware of any biases they may have towards an individual(s).
✓ A bias may be mitigated through self-reflection and consulting with a trusted colleague or an ethics advisor.
