Beneficence, nonmaleficence, fidelity, justice, autonomy, veracity, and respect for others are all examples of:
a. philosophies pertaining to nursing
b. ethical dilemmas
c. philosophies related to organizational law
d. ethical principles and rules
D
The ethical principles of beneficence, fidelity, nonmaleficence, justice, autonomy, veracity, and respect for others are considered to be ethical principles and rules. They all concern behaviors and beliefs that influence how individuals make decisions when faced with ethical dilemmas, such as those encountered by nurses in their practice settings.
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