Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Ethics

Psychiatric-mental health nurses frequently encounter ethical dilemmas that necessitate decisions concerning:

What is the primary function of the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for nurses?

According to the ANA Code of Ethics, a psychiatric-mental health nurse's responsibilities extend to whom?

The ANA Code of Ethics interpretive guidelines emphasize the importance of teamwork and collaboration in healthcare, aligning with recommendations from which organization focused on healthcare improvement?

What is the role of 'Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice' published by the ANA and associated organizations?

Why is knowledge of the 'Code of Ethics for Nurses' and 'Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice' considered 'essential' for psychiatric-mental health nurses?

In addition to ethical considerations, what other domain of issues is crucial for psychiatric-mental health nurses to understand in their professional practice?

The content emphasizes that legislation shapes societal norms of 'right or good'. How does this relate to legal issues in psychiatric-mental health nursing?

What is the primary purpose of the SBAR model in healthcare settings?

According to the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses standards, what is an essential nursing competency?

How does the ethical theory of utilitarianism determine what is right and good?

What approach is recommended for handling 'suit-prone' patients?

Which ethical theory is based on adhering to a sense of duty?

What is a potential consequence for nurses if legal issues arise due to their actions?

Which of the following is included in civil law protections?

What does the ethical principle of autonomy emphasize?

What is the significance of building a rapport with patients in preventing lawsuits?

Which ethical principle is concerned with fairness and equality?

Which ethical theory prioritizes actions that maximize happiness for the greatest number of people?

According to Kantianism, the morality of an action is determined by its:

Which ethical theory is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ?

Natural Law Theory posits that the knowledge of right and wrong is:

Which ethical theory is primarily concerned with the individual's self-interest?

What is the term for a situation in nursing where a choice must be made between two equally justifiable options?

What is the definition of 'morals'?

What does the term 'bioethics' refer to?

What is "values clarification"?

What is the difference between morals and ethics?

What are 'rights' in the context of healthcare?

What characterizes an 'absolute right'?

What is a 'legal right'?

Whose guidelines pertain to patients' rights, though not legally binding?

What are nurses responsible for upholding, despite their non-legal status?

What is the primary function of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

Which category of law is derived from decisions made in previous cases?

What right does an individual have with regard to their mental health-care records?

What is a tort in the context of civil law?

Which law provides protection from conduct deemed injurious to public welfare?

What does the Fourth Amendment protect in terms of legal issues in psychiatric-mental health nursing?

What is an intentional tort in healthcare settings?

What must a client provide for health information to be shared outside the current treatment team?

When must clients be informed of their privacy policies under HIPAA?

How are civil and criminal components classified within statutory and common law?

What is the most common violation of criminal law by nurses?

What are PHI identifiers under HIPAA intended to protect?

Upon discharge, what right does a client have regarding referrals to other providers?

Which amendment of the U.S. Constitution is associated with the protection of privacy in health records?

Under civil law, what type of legal action is brought for breach of a contract?

Which ethical perspective supports giving the patient information to respect her autonomy and decrease the chance of pregnancy?

Why might withholding information be considered harmful in this scenario?

Which ethical principle is primarily concerned with promoting good and doing no harm?

What potential consequence does Alternative 3 have on Kimberly?

Which of the following legal considerations are relevant for administering involuntary medication?

Which principle emphasizes treating a psychiatric patient with the least restrictive measure?

What does 'Kendra’s Law' in New York State allow regarding mental health patients?

What does the utilitarian perspective focus on in ethical decision-making?

When selecting an alternative, how is the principle of autonomy respected with Alternative 3?

What outcome would indicate an acceptable resolution of Tonja's case?

What might motivate Kimberly to seek employment elsewhere?

Which alternative respects the patient's autonomy while aligning with Kimberly’s Christian ethic?

What is the primary purpose of informed consent in medical procedures?

What is a common criterion for forcing medication without client consent?

Which of the following is NOT typically included in the information provided for informed consent?

Which option indicates an understanding of utilitarian ethical theory?

In what situation can treatment be administered without obtaining informed consent?

How does the 'right to the least restrictive treatment alternative' influence psychiatric care planning?

Under what condition can a physician withhold information about a treatment according to therapeutic privilege?

Which element is NOT a major component of informed consent that nurses ensure?

Which type of patient may require consent from a legal guardian due to inability to provide informed consent?

What role does a nurse play regarding informed consent?

What legislation protects an individual's right to freedom from restraint except in emergencies?

What is a primary concern about the use of seclusion and restraint?

What does the term 'restraints' refer to in psychiatric settings?

Who bears the legal liability for securing informed consent?

Which practice is essential when a patient or guardian withdraws consent after treatment begins?

In what circumstance does a hospital administrator act in the consent process?

What must be considered when using restraint in psychiatric settings?

Which scenario exemplifies informed consent not being required?

What must be demonstrated to justify involuntary hospitalization?

Which case emphasized that mental illness alone is insufficient for involuntary hospitalization?

What is a key element of involuntary outpatient commitment (IOC)?

Which state enacted legislation known as Kendra's Law?

What are the eligibility criteria for North Carolina's IOC in terms of preventing deterioration?

How does Kendra's Law in New York choose candidates for IOC?

What is a common criticism of IOC legislation?

What is typically required for legal restoration of competency?

What does the term 'gravely disabled' refer to?

Which of the following outcomes is associated with IOC according to some studies?

What is a 'preventive approach' in the context of IOC?

How can involuntary treatments ensure respect for individual rights?

What is a stated objective of IOC legislation?

What standard is used to measure the adequacy of a therapist's conduct?

What does research suggest about IOC outcomes?

What was the key issue in the Tarasoff v. Regents of University of California case?

What is necessary for an individual deemed gravely disabled to receive a guardian?

Which duty was added to therapists' responsibilities in the Tarasoff II ruling?

Which of the following is NOT a guideline outlined by courts for therapists to assess their obligation to take protective measures?

Which type of restraint is described as confining the client alone in a room from which they cannot leave?

Which of these states does not have a duty to warn according to the content provided?

What must healthcare workers obtain to maintain a client's rights when involuntary commitment is necessary for protection?

What condition can lead to health-care workers being charged with false imprisonment?

Which health professional group is typically responsible for initiating protective measures under duty to warn?

What is the professional implication of failing to report a threat according to the Tarasoff ruling?

Which is NOT typically a reason for involuntary hospitalization?

What is a key requirement before implementing seclusion or restraint according to accrediting bodies?

How did New Jersey's expansion of the 'duty to warn' law in 2018 affect mental health professionals?

Why might healthcare professionals hesitate to report suspected abuse?

Which amendment provides protections against loss of liberty in involuntary hospitalizations?

What is the legal result in states where there is no recognition of duty to warn?

What must be shown before recommending involuntary hospitalization?

What is the primary focus when a nurse acts with beneficence?

In the context of the content, what does the term 'gravely disabled' indicate?

How is justice defined within the context of health care?

What does the Federal Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) require from states?

What might motivate a nurse to report a patient's potential for harm despite state laws?

What is the primary focus shared by laws and policies on restraint and seclusion?

In what situation is the autonomy of a patient typically overridden?

What significant change to HIPAA rules was made in 2013 regarding patient information?

Under what condition can medical information be released without consent?

What does the ethical principle of nonmaleficence require from healthcare providers?

Which organization is mentioned as setting accrediting standards for restraint and seclusion?

In what situation does reporting information about potential harm NOT breach confidentiality?

Why might an ethics committee be convened in a healthcare setting?

Why are emergency nurses particularly relevant in the context of assessing risks of violence?

What type of commitment is usually initiated by police officers or health-care professionals?

What information must be documented if patient data is disclosed in an emergency?

In voluntary admission, what can prevent a person from leaving the hospital at will?

What consequence is generally NOT associated with failing to report child abuse when required?

What role does patient advocacy play in psychiatric nursing?

What is a key consideration for nurses when documenting medical records?

In which fields does the doctrine of privileged communication mostly apply?

Which process aims to observe mentally ill individuals for longer than emergency commitments?

How does the concept of distributive justice relate to healthcare?

What is a characteristic feature of ethical dilemmas?

What must occur if a voluntarily admitted patient decompensates and restraint or seclusion is deemed necessary?

Which element is not considered Protected Health Information (PHI)?

What is the primary focus of the new provision in the Code of Ethics for Nurses regarding social justice?

What triggered the duty to warn under the Tarasoff rule?

When is it necessary to involve a patient representative in decision-making?

Which agency provides a significant amount of mental health services voluntarily?

Under what condition might the principle of veracity be limited according to the content?

What is the primary focus of HIPAA?

What is often the result when nurses collaborate with ethics committees?

Which step of the ethical decision-making model involves evaluating outcomes?

What should be a priority for nurses working in psychiatric-mental health nursing?

According to the content, which document informs patients of their rights in a hospital setting?

What does the principle of veracity in healthcare entail?

What legal basis allows patients to refuse treatment unless immediate intervention is needed?

In ethical decision-making, what does autonomy emphasize?

Which of these identifiers is considered protected under PHI?

What is a possible negative aspect of taking no action in a healthcare setting?

Which professionals are generally required to uphold the doctrine of privileged communication?

How might involuntary hospitalization criteria in the U.S. impact individuals with mental illnesses?

In the case study presented, what is the ethical conflict faced by Nurse Kimberly?

How is the principle of beneficence sometimes misunderstood in healthcare?

What does the Tarasoff ruling emphasize in terms of a therapist's duty?

Why is patient education a key component of advocacy in nursing?

What is an example of a situation where veracity may not be maintained?

What did the Tarasoff case primarily highlight about patient confidentiality?

What consideration is necessary during the 'Problem Identification' step in ethical decision-making?

What should nurses keep in mind when documenting psychiatric interventions?

Which of the following is not considered individually identifiable information under HIPAA?

Which Amendment addresses the right to refuse treatment within its provisions?

Which scenario exemplifies a breach of a psychiatric patient's right to treatment?

What does the principle of veracity primarily emphasize in healthcare?

What is the main focus of the 'Implementation' step in the ethical decision-making process?

Why might federal health-care laws continue to change over time?

What is a recognized right of patients in a hospital according to the AHA?

What is the main difference between negligence and malpractice?

What must be proven for a malpractice claim to succeed?

Which of the following are considered forms of defamation?

Why might a nurse be charged with false imprisonment?

What is required for a body search of a mentally ill patient?

Which legal principle underlies most negligence decisions in professional settings?

When may a nurse be liable for invasion of privacy?

Which action would NOT typically result in a malpractice lawsuit?

Which statement is true about sexual predator laws in the United States?

What is a key aspect of avoiding malpractice litigation?

Which factor mostly helps a jury in malpractice cases?

What is defamation of character when information is shared orally?

Why might a psychiatric nurse be charged with breach of confidentiality?

What must a plaintiff prove in a negligence claim?

Which of the following describes battery in the context of nursing?

What was the significance of the case O'Connor v. Donaldson (1976)?

According to the Patient Self-Determination Act, what fundamental right must healthcare facilities provide to patients?

What is a key consideration when treating patients with mental illness according to Boland and Verduin?

Which principle regarding patient treatment is emphasized in the Patient Self-Determination Act?

What is an important element contained in the rights under the Patient Self-Determination Act related to treatment plans?

How does the case of Roger v. Oken (1981) impact the treatment of mentally ill patients?

Under nurse practice acts, what is included in the definition?

Which of the following rights is granted to mental health service recipients under the Patient Self-Determination Act?

What does a nurse's participation in their profession generally require based on nurse practice acts?

How does the Patient Self-Determination Act impact patient participation in experimental treatments?

What should be taken into account when determining the restrictiveness of a patient's treatment setting?

What is a recognized right under the Patient Self-Determination Act in cases involving restraints?

Which of the following indicates the correct handling of a treatment plan under the Patient Self-Determination Act?

Under the Patient Self-Determination Act, what should patients be informed about regarding their condition?

Which of the following illustrates a key concern addressed by the Patient Self-Determination Act regarding mental health service delivery?