In which situation would the community/public health nurse be applying the ethical principle of doing good for the greatest number of persons with the least amount of harm?
a. Asking the agency supervisor how to approach an ethical dilemma
b. Focusing on providing basic services for everyone in the community
c. Following agency policies
d. Delivering care to families who have health insurance
ANS: B
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