The nurse is participating in a team meeting to determine the disposition of a patient with severe mental illness. The nurse speaks up to ensure that the placement is appropriate to the patient's needs and interests

Which ethical principle is the nurse demonstrating?
1. Justice
2. Veracity
3. Fidelity
4. Beneficence


Answer: 3
Explanation: Fidelity is loyalty and commitment to patients. The nurse demonstrates fidelity when advocating for the best interests of the patient. Justice is the principle of treating others fairly and equally. Veracity is the intention to tell the truth. Beneficence is the principle of attempting to do things that promote the good of others.

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