Nonmaleficence is an ethical principle that essentially means:
a. Don't use bad language. c. Tell the truth at all times.
b. Don't use bad judgment. d. Do no harm to the clients.
D
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A Incorrect. Bad language may be in bad taste, but it is not the same as nonmaleficence.
B Incorrect. Bad judgment is maljudgment, not nonmaleficence.
C Incorrect. Telling the truth at all times, or truthfulness, is not the same as nonmaleficence.
D Correct. Nonmaleficence is making sure that nothing harmful happens to the client.
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