The Nurse Is Participating in a Team Meeting to Determine

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is participating in a team meeting to determine the disposition of a patient with severe mental illness. The nurse speaks up to ensure that the placement is appropriate to the patient's needs and interests. Which ethical principle is the nurse demonstrating?

• A) Justice
• B) Veracity
• C) Fidelity
• D) Beneficence

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Definitions:

Wrist Restraints

Devices used in healthcare settings to prevent a patient from injuring themselves or others by restricting arm movement.

Central Line IV

A catheter placed into a large vein, typically in the neck, chest, or groin, to administer medication or fluids, draw blood, or directly measure circulating blood pressures.

Hourly Assessment

A process in healthcare or other fields where evaluations or checks are carried out on an hourly basis to monitor progress or changes.

Public Health Nurse

A nurse who works within the community to improve public health, educate about health practices, and prevent disease.