A Nurse Didn't Know What to Do When Faced with a Particular

question 13

Multiple Choice

A nurse didn't know what to do when faced with a particular ethical dilemma because an option that would have a good outcome didn't seem possible.The nurse decided to talk to the agency supervisor and decide what action to take.Which of the following best describes the nurse's actions?

• A) Appropriate, because the supervisor is responsible for the nurse's choices
• B) Intelligent, because the supervisor has access to resource persons (clergy, physicians, administrators) who might know of options the nurse hadn't considered
• C) Justified, because this provides an opportunity to discuss the issue but the nurse maintains responsibility for the decision
• D) Wise, because the supervisor would be more knowledgeable concerning agency priorities and traditional practices

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Definitions:

Peritoneal Cavity

An enclosed body space within the abdomen, lined by the peritoneum, containing organs and fluid.

Mesentery

A fold of tissue that attaches organs to the body wall, supplying them with blood vessels and nerves.

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