Ethics is the study of
a. Values and moral concepts
b. Right and wrong behaviors
c. Consequence evaluation
d. Legal aspects of health
A
Ethics in nursing is the study of values and moral concepts as they relate to providing nursing care. Right and wrong behaviors (response B) are defined by the laws governing nursing practice. Responses C and D are not related to ethics.
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