A nurse mistakenly gave a client who was NPO a morning breakfast tray
After realizing the mistake, the nurse notified the physician as well as the client; explained the consequences of this mistake, which included a delay in the client's scheduled procedure; and documented the situation in the client's medical record. This nurse demonstrates which of the following?
1. Altruism
2. Integrity
3. Social justice
4. Human dignity
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Altruism is a concern for the welfare and well-being of others. That is not the value described here.
Rationale 2: Integrity is acting in accordance with an appropriate code of ethics and accepted standards of practice.
Rationale 3: Social justice is upholding moral, legal, and humanistic principles. That is not the value described here.
Rationale 4: Human dignity is respect for the worth and uniqueness of individuals and populations. That is not the value described here.
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