When a nurse uses ethical reasoning, the nurse does which of the following?
1.
Clearly identifies the issue based on the perspective of the persons involved
2.
Follows gut reaction and trusts instincts
3.
Ignores personal values
4.
Puts a plan into action but does not need to evaluate the plan
ANS: 1
Using this type of thinking, the nurse does follow personal values and recognizes personal values of all involved. The nurse does not trust "gut reaction" but follows the steps for ethical reasoning.
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