Which of the following is an example of a nurse's use of the ethical principle of autonomy in a situation with a patient?
a. Learning how to do a procedure safely and effectively
b. Returning to speak to the patient at a mutually agreed time
c. Preparing the patient's room for comfort and privacy
d. Supporting the patient's decision to refuse therapy
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A Learning how to do a procedure safely and effectively demonstrates the nurse's application of the ethical principle of responsibility.
B Returning to speak to the patient at a mutually agreed time demonstrates the ethical principle of fidelity.
C Preparing the patient's room for comfort and privacy demonstrates the nurse's application of the ethical principle of responsibility.
D Following the ethical principle of autonomy, the nurse allows the patient to make decisions regarding care and then supports that decision.
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