The Nurse Assigned to Care for a Patient Who Has

question 29

Multiple Choice

The nurse assigned to care for a patient who has HIV accepts the patient assignment despite believing that the patient's condition is a punishment from God.With which ethical principle is this nurse's behavior associated?

• A) Justice
• B) Veracity
• C) Beneficence
• D) Nonmaleficence

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Definitions:

Desire for Success

the motivation or drive to achieve favorable outcomes, excel in endeavors, and reach personal or professional goals.

Mastery Orientation

A learning orientation characterized by a focus on gaining new knowledge or abilities and improving.

Performance Orientation

A learning orientation characterized by a focus on presenting oneself well and appearing intelligent to others.

Prudence

The quality of being careful, thoughtful, or wise in practical affairs or decision-making.