The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Whose Family Does

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient whose family does not want the patient to be told about the new diagnosis of cancer because of the poor prognosis. Keeping this secret from the patient is in direct conflict with the ethical concepts of:

• A) autonomy and veracity.
• B) veracity and advocacy.
• C) justice and nonmaleficence.
• D) confidentiality and justice.

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Definitions:

Restrictive Covenant

A clause in a contract or deed that limits what the owner of the land or property can do with it, often to ensure the area's character or value is maintained.

Title Deeds

Legal documents evidencing a person's legal right or title to property, typically land or real estate.

Property

Assets or possessions that are owned or belong to someone, which can include real, personal, or intellectual property.

Contract

A legally enforceable agreement between two or more parties where specific promises are made for a consideration.