An orderly process that considers ethical principles, client values, and professional obligations is:
a. Accountability
b. Ethical decision making
c. Moral principles
d. Code for Nursing Practice
B
Ethical decision making is defined as an orderly process that considers ethical principles, client values, and professional obligations.
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a. "I should report insomnia and poor appe-tite to his provider." b. "I will make sure he takes his medication after breakfast every day." c. "This drug will make him less impulsive while he's at school." d. "This medication will help my child focus so he can learn new behaviors."
On the fourth day postpartum, a woman develops breast engorgement. Which of the following measures would be best to recommend to her as a means of alleviating this problem?
A) Discontinuing breastfeeding for 24 hours B) Decreasing her fluid intake to below 500 mL per 24 hours C) Encouraging her to continue regular breastfeeding D) Having her apply lanolin cream to each breast
The nurse assesses that the client is experiencing an adverse reaction to acyclovir (Zovirax) when the client exhibits which reaction?
a. Paralytic ileus b. Liver failure c. Leukopenia and thrombocytopenia d. Gastric ulceration
A nurse is assessing a patient's pain. The nurse notes which of the following database findings that is indicative of acute pain?
A) Pupil constriction B) Decreased pulse rate C) Increased blood pressure D) Decreased respiratory rate