A terminally ill patient with liver cancer is moaning and very agitated. He is going in and out of consciousness. The nurse has an order to given morphine sulfate IV for pain control. His respiratory rate is 10
Which ethical principle would the nurse use to decide whether or not to administer the medication?
A) Veracity
B) Double effect
C) Confidentiality
D) Autonomy
Ans: B
Feedback: Double effect is a principle that may morally justify some actions that produce both good and evil effects. Veracity is the obligation to tell the truth and not to lie or deceive others. Confidentiality relates to patient privacy. Autonomy is the right of the patient to make his or her own decision.
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