As an Advocate, What Is the Primary Ethical Responsibility of the Registered

question 1

Multiple Choice

As an advocate, what is the primary ethical responsibility of the registered nurse?

• A) To do no harm
• B) To be open and honest
• C) To act in the best interest of the patient
• D) To protect the health, safety, and rights of the patient

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

A complex psychiatric disorder involving chronic or recurrent psychosis, characterized by disturbances in thought, perception, affect, and behavior.

Excess Dopamine

An above-normal level of dopamine, a neurotransmitter in the brain, which can lead to various psychological and physical issues, including disorders of motivation and movement.

Personality Disorders

Mental disorders characterized by enduring maladaptive patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience.

Adolescence

The phase of growth involving both physical and mental changes, usually happening between the onset of puberty and reaching the age of majority.