The nurse is investigating the process for resolving an ethical problem. Which of the following is the correct sequence for resolving ethical problems?
a. Examining one's own values; evaluating; identifying the problem
b. Evaluating the outcomes; gathering data; considering actions
c. Gathering facts; verbalizing the problem; considering actions
d. Recognizing the dilemma; evaluating; gathering information
C
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A Examining one's own values; evaluating; identifying the problem is not the correct sequence for resolving ethical problems.
B Evaluating the outcomes; gathering data; considering actions is not the correct sequence for resolving ethical problems.
C The correct sequence for resolving ethical problems is recognizing the dilemma, gathering facts, examining one's own values, verbalizing the problem, considering actions, negotiating the outcome, and evaluating the action.
D Recognizing the dilemma; evaluating; gathering information is not the correct sequence for resolving ethical problems.
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