Ethical dilemmas are puzzling moral problems in which a person, group, or community can envision morally justified reasons for both taking and not taking a certain course of action. An example of an ethical dilemma is
1. Whether or not to set up a community health center in a rural area
2. Allocating resources in a natural disaster
3. Deciding to withdraw care on a hospice patient
4. Applying the principles of Florence Nightingale in Bangladesh
ANS: 2
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When giving CPR, compressions are causing the heart to pump blood into and out of the lungs to the body's organs. This movement of oxygenated blood is best described as which of the following?
a. Ventilation b. Diffusion c. Respiration d. Perfusion
Recommendations for creating a supportive atmosphere during withdrawal discussions include
a. telling the family when and where the procedure will occur. b. beginning the conversation by inquiring about the emotional state of the family. c. ending the conversation by inquiring about the emotional state of the family. d. recommendations that the family not be present when the procedure occurs.
To enforce laws and regulations that protect health and ensure safety, the nurse can implement which action?
A) Develop programs and services to meet the needs of high-risk populations as well as members of the broader community. B) Regulate and support safe care and treatment for dependent populations such as children and the frail elderly. C) Participate in continuing education and preparation to ensure competence. D) Participate in early identification of factors detrimental to the community's health.
It is important that parents of adolescents with special needs transition care of the adolescent so they can learn to make good decisions on their own. Which items are considered transitional needs?
1. Attending school 2. Discussing sexual matters 3. Letting most friends know of the medical condition 4. Socialization beyond the family 5. To write his or her own individualized healthcare plan