A Middle Eastern Man Has Just Been Diagnosed with Terminal

question 19

Multiple Choice

A Middle Eastern man has just been diagnosed with terminal cancer. The family has asked the medical and nursing staff to keep this information from the patient because in their culture they are fearful of delivering bad news as it may cause the patient to give up hope. Which ethical principles and dilemmas might be faced by nursing staff? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Justice
• B) Autonomy
• C) Veracity
• D) Confidentiality

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Definitions:

Self-Silencing

The process of suppressing one's own thoughts, feelings, or needs, often to avoid conflict or to maintain harmony in relationships.

Self-Debasement

The act of lowering one’s own dignity or worth through critical self-evaluation or demeaning behavior.

Self-Efficacy

An individual's belief in their own ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task.

Socialize Babies

The process by which infants are taught the norms, values, and behaviors deemed appropriate in their society, beginning at a very young age.