When individuals or groups use utilitarianism to make ethical decisions, which of the following do they consider?
A) The end does not justify the means.
B) The greatest good for the greatest number
C) Consequences are not the only issue.
D) Duty is equally important.
B
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A nurse implements a health promotion education program for physically compromised adults. Which of the following would be the most important reason to provide programming for this population?
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The client has an order for a narcotic analgesic every 3 to 4 hours and he received his last dose 3 hours earlier. A) Provide the client with pain medication B) Tell the client that the pain cannot be severe C) Document and ask the client to wait 1 hour D) Contact the physician for a change in medication