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Which principle of ethics involves the obligation not to do harm?
Which principle of ethics involves the obligation not to do harm?
What is the principle of ethics that involves the obligation to tell the truth?
What is the principle of ethics that involves the obligation to tell the truth?
What does the principle of autonomy give patients the right to do?
What does the principle of autonomy give patients the right to do?
Which principle of ethics involves doing good and promoting the well-being of patients?
Which principle of ethics involves doing good and promoting the well-being of patients?
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What is the principle of ethics that involves fair, equitable, and appropriate treatment?
What is the principle of ethics that involves fair, equitable, and appropriate treatment?
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What is the principle of ethics that involves being faithful and reliable?
What is the principle of ethics that involves being faithful and reliable?
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What is an example of respecting a patient's autonomy?
What is an example of respecting a patient's autonomy?
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Which ethical principle involves avoiding harm to patients?
Which ethical principle involves avoiding harm to patients?
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What is an example of beneficence in healthcare?
What is an example of beneficence in healthcare?
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What is an example of veracity in healthcare?
What is an example of veracity in healthcare?
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What is an example of justice in healthcare?
What is an example of justice in healthcare?
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What is the purpose of a Code of Ethics in healthcare?
What is the purpose of a Code of Ethics in healthcare?
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What do nurses support and advocate for clients facing?
What do nurses support and advocate for clients facing?
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What is the primary function of values in decision-making?
What is the primary function of values in decision-making?
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What is the purpose of a value system?
What is the purpose of a value system?
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What is the primary difference between personal and professional values?
What is the primary difference between personal and professional values?
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What does ethics provide?
What does ethics provide?
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What is the role of ethics in decision-making?
What is the role of ethics in decision-making?
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Study Notes
Ethical Dilemma
- A conflict between what you suppose to do and what you want to do
- Examples: choosing between staying late at work to meet a deadline or attending a friend's gathering, deciding whether to prioritize exercising regularly or relaxing at home after a long day
Ethical Dilemma Scenarios
- Preserving life for terminally ill patients vs. prolonging suffering for terminally ill patients
Code of Ethics
- A set of ethical principles and values shared by members of a group
- Reflects moral judgment over time and serves as a standard for professional actions
- Nurses are responsible for being familiar with the code governing their professional practice
Principles of Ethics
- Autonomy: the right to make one's own decisions
- Nonmaleficence: the obligation not to do harm
- Beneficence: the obligation of doing good
- Justice: fair, equitable, and appropriate treatment
- Veracity: the obligation to tell the truth
- Fidelity: being faithful
Applications of Ethical Principles
- Autonomy: letting patients make their own decisions, asking for consent before treatment
- Nonmaleficence: avoiding harm, checking medication labels to avoid incorrect dosages
- Beneficence: doing good for patients, comforting a scared patient before a procedure
- Justice: treating everyone fairly, providing the same level of care regardless of who they are
- Veracity: always telling the truth, giving patients honest information about their condition and treatment options
- Fidelity: being loyal and trustworthy, keeping patient information private and confidential
Sources of Guidance for Ethical Professional Practice
- Code of ethics: International Council of Nurses, American Nurses Association, Oman nursing and midwifery council code of professional conduct
- Patient's Bill of Rights
- United Nations bill of human rights
Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses & Midwives in Oman
- Protect and support the health of individual patients and clients
- Protect and promote the health of the wider community
- Act in a way that justifies the trust and confidence the public have in you
- Uphold and enhance the good reputation of the profession
Values
- Beliefs or principles about the worth of a person, object, idea, or action
- Guide and motivate actions, influence decisions, including nurse's ethical decision-making
- Not all values are moral values, e.g., work, family, etc.
Value System
- A hierarchical organization of values from most important to least important
- Forms the basis of behavior based on decisions or choices, gives direction to life
Personal vs. Professional Values
- Personal values: fundamental beliefs and principles that guide decision-making and behavior in one's personal life, e.g., family, personal growth, honesty, health, friends, religion
- Professional values: principles that shape workplace culture, influencing decision-making, and driving overall organizational success, e.g., punctuality, teamwork, productivity, innovation
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Description
Test your moral compass and decision-making skills with this quiz on ethical dilemmas. Explore real-life scenarios that challenge your values and principles. From work-life balance to financial decisions, make the tough choice and learn from your experiences.
