Week 1 Review Flashcards
Identify one of the reasons why nurses need to have an understanding of ethics?
a) Nurses do not share the same perspectives regarding health care with other health care professionals
b) Morality and care are at the heart of nursing practice
c) Ethics provides a clear answer to nurses regarding the correct course of action
d) Convincing family members of compassionate courses of action is best done by nurses
b) Morality and care are at the heart of nursing practice
Why is it advantageous for nurses to have knowledge of ethical theories and principles?
a) Ethical theories encourage nurses to critique others’ point of view
b) Nurses are able to justify and defend their positions on an issue or situation
c) Ethical theories help nurses explain to the rest of the team why nurses have a greater understanding of the patient’s perspective
d) This knowledge allows nurses to convince patients to chose comfort measures only
b) Nurses are able to justify and defend their positions on an issue or situation
Which of the following is true of the Canadian Nurses Association’s Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses?
a) It offers suggestions on resolving routine practice issues
b) It contains a dispute resolution mechanism
c) It offers a framework and guide for ethical practice
d) It is closely aligned with the physician’s code of ethics
c) It offers a framework and guide for ethical practice
Which of the following rationales influenced the development of the ethical endeavors section of the Canadian Nurses Association’s Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses?
a) Nurses are expanding their advocacy role
b) Canada has become more diverse, and nursing must be responsive to the factors that influence the health and well-being of the population
c) Nurses work with more patients where “English is their second language”
d) Health resources are scarce
b) Canada has become more diverse, and nursing must be responsive to the factors that influence the health and well-being of the population
Which of the following theories may guide nurses to chose actions that will lead to the best consequences, outcomes, or results?
a) Utilitarian
b) Deontological
c) Normative
d) Relative
a) Utilitarian
A nurse is caring for four patients in the emergency department. Due to a limited number of staff and resources, the nurse must decide which patient to attend first. According to the principle of utilitarianism, which patient should the nurse prioritize?
a) A 32-year-old with a sprained ankle who is in significant pain
b) A 45-year-old with chest pain and shortness of breath
c) A 60-year-old with a minor laceration on the hand
d) A 28-year-old requesting assistance with paperwork for medical insurance
b) A 45-year-old with chest pain and shortness of breath
A nurse is caring for a patient who refuses a life-saving treatment due to religious beliefs. The nurse respects the patient’s decision even though the outcome may lead to the patient’s death. Which ethical theory is the nurse demonstrating by prioritizing the patient’s autonomy and honoring their decision?
a) Utilitarianism
b) Deontology
c) Virtue Ethics
d) Ethical Relativism
b) Deontology
A nurse manager is creating a staffing plan to ensure that patients in an underserved community clinic receive equitable access to care. The nurse prioritizes fair distribution of resources and advocates for additional staff to address the community’s needs. Which ethical theory is the nurse demonstrating?
a) Utilitarianism
b) Deontology
c) Fidelity
d) Social Justice
d) Social Justice
A nurse observed a colleague struggling to complete patient care due to an overwhelming workload. The nurse chooses to assist the colleague, not because of a specific rule or duty, but out of compassion, kindness, and a desire to promote teamwork. Which ethical theory is guiding the nurse’s actions?
a) Virtue Ethics
b) Deontology
c) Utilitarianism
d) Ethical Relativism
a) Virtue Ethics
