. Restraints are utilized in certain circumstances to prevent the patient from harming himself or others. When a nurse uses a restraint on a patient, the nurse is infringing on which ethical principle?
A) Veracity
B) Autonomy
C) Double effect
D) Fidelity
Ans: B
Feedback: It is important to weigh carefully the risks of limiting a person's autonomy and increasing the risk of injury by using restraints against the risk of not using restraints. The ethical principle of autonomy is used in deciding whether or not to utilize restraints for the patient. Veracity is the obligation to tell the truth and not to lie or deceive others. Double effect is a principle that may morally justify some actions that produce both good and evil effects. Fidelity is promise keeping.
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