Which of the following is the best example of the ethical principle of fidelity?

Question

a. being a good friend to the client by sharing secrets
b. keeping a promise to return to the client's room at a given time
c. doing whatever the client or the client's physician asks of you
d. saving the client time and money by not wasting supplies

Answer 1

B

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A Incorrect. Being a friend and sharing secrets with a client is not an expression of fidelity.
B Correct. Fidelity means to faithfully and always keep one's promise or word.
C Incorrect. Doing whatever is asked is not the same as keeping one's promise.
D Incorrect. Saving time and money by not wasting supplies may be admirable, but it is not the same as keeping one's promises or word.