You restrain your geriatric client because of the client's unsteady gait. You are concerned about the client's risk of falling
The client is oriented and repeatedly tells you of the desire not to be restrained. Which ethical principles are in conflict in this situation?
1. beneficence versus veracity
2. autonomy versus veracity
3. fidelity versus nonmaleficence
4. autonomy versus beneficence
ANS: 4
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