A client who is HIV-positive expresses a desire to become pregnant. By supporting the woman in her choice and helping the woman to ensure the best outcome for her pregnancy, what ethical principle is the nurse upholding?
a. Nonmaleficence c. Autonomy
b. Beneficence d. Justice
C
Supporting a woman in her choice and helping to ensure best outcomes is an example of respecting the client's right to individual independence and making choices and taking action based on values and beliefs. Nonmaleficence suggests that health care providers must exercise due care to prevent client harm. Beneficence is an ethical principle focusing on promoting the welfare of others. Justice provides a mechanism for making decisions about dividing benefits and burdens within society not based on one individual's right to decision making about self.
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