When confronted with an ethical decision, the nurse must observe the first fundamental principle of:
a. autonomy.
b. beneficence.
c. respect for people.
d. nonmaleficence.
C
The first fundamental principle is respect for people.
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A) wear gloves. B) apply hand lotion frequently. C) use plenty of alcohol gel. D) avoid getting the injury wet.