The Nurse Is Educating a Coworker on the Ethical Principle

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse is educating a coworker on the ethical principle of beneficence.The nurse judges the teaching to be effective when her coworker states

• A)"Beneficence involves allowing patient to make their own health care decisions."
• B)"Beneficence is the duty to actively do good for patients."
• C)"Beneficence is the duty to do no harm."
• D)"Beneficence involves treating all patients equally."

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Definitions:

Nash Equilibrium

A concept within game theory where no participant can gain by unilaterally changing their strategy if the strategies of the other participants remain unchanged.

Elastic Demand

A situation where the demand for a good or service significantly changes in response to changes in price.

Price Differentials

The differences in the price of the same or similar products in different markets or geographical locations.

Cooperative Behavior

Actions taken by individuals or groups that are intended to benefit others or achieve a common goal, often involving collaboration and mutual support.