An RN Is Working Through an Ethical Dilemma Involving a Patient

question 12

Multiple Choice

An RN is working through an ethical dilemma involving a patient on his unit.He has just identified the decision makers involved.Which step best describes the current stage the RN is working through?

• A)Assessment
• B)Diagnosis
• C)Planning
• D)Implementation

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