A nurse is faced with an ethical dilemma with a client. The nurse plans to make the decision about action by:
1. Relying on the nurse's own judgment.
2. Deciding based on the policy of the agency.
3. Investigating all aspects of the situation.
4. Examining all conflicts in the situation.
3. Investigating all aspects of the situation.
Rationale:
In order to avoid making a premature decision, the nurse plans to investigate all aspects of the dilemma before deciding. Overconfidence can lead to poor decision making. Reading the agency policy regarding the matter addresses only one aspect of the situation. Examining the conflicts surrounding the issue is only one aspect of the situation to consider.
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