A nurse is using the Codes of Ethics developed by the International Council of Nurses and the American Nurses Association. Which of the following describes the action being taken by the nurse?
a. Providing confidential genetic testing for a client
b. Advocating for the inclusion of genetic content in a nursing curriculum
c. Considering the pros and cons of an ethi-cal dilemma
d. Becoming competent in genomics
ANS: A
The Codes of Ethics include in this mandate the right that people have to seek and receive ge-nomic heath care that is nondiscriminatory, confidential, private, and that enables those served to make informed decisions. Being competent in genomics, considering pros and cons of ethical di-lemmas, and advocating for the inclusion of genetic content in a nursing curriculum are not part of the Code of Ethics.
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