Ethical decision making is
a. Beyond the legal scope of the practical nurse
b. The use of personal values and beliefs to solve problems
c. Unnecessary if there are comprehensive physician orders
d. Governed by the law
B
Values and beliefs are used to influence ethical decision making. Responses A, C, and D are incorrect.
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