To use an ethical decision-making model, which step should the nurse perform first?
a) Gather and examine all possible solutions.
b) Identify the ethical dilemma in the case.
c) Identify all parties who will be impacted by the decision.
d) Gather all information important to the situation
Ans: b) Identify the ethical dilemma in the case.
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