Skills and Resources for Ethical Decisions PDF

Skills and Resources for ethical decisions Moral Uncertainty Uncertainty about ethical principles or provisions. Moral Dilemma two principles opposition two each other Moral Co...

Skills and Resources for ethical decisions Moral Uncertainty Uncertainty about ethical principles or provisions. Moral Dilemma two principles opposition two each other Moral Conflict stakeholders have opposing views to be solved nurse believe knows what ethical action is needed but is unable to act ‫ﺗﻌﺮﻳﻔﺎت ﻣﻬﻤﻪ‬ Moral Distress: in that Knowledge ‫اﻟﻤﺴﺘﻨﺘﺞ ان اﻟﻤﻌﺮﻓﻪ ﻏﻴﺮ ﻛﺎﻓﻴﻪ‬ discrepancy ‫ او‬shock-like reactions that follow their professional values and identity environment not supported by organization Moral Residue Painful feelings remain after experiencing morally distressing situations. NB 6. Nurses in management should provide 1. Nurses maintain respectful a safe environment for assignments and relationships with colleagues. delegation. 2. The nurse treats others with dignity and 7.Fatigue affects a nurse's performance. respect. 8. Nurses should express their concerns 3. This standard includes preventing harm. to authorities or committees. 4. Disregard bullying, threats, and violence. 9. Nurses should work in a way that preserves their integrity. 5. Nurses must be alert and take action against unethical and illegal practices.  Teamwork and Collaboration 3. Appreciate inter-professional 1. Engage in open communication, mutual collaboration. respect, and shared decision-making. 4. Respect all health team members. 2. Act with integrity, and respect differing views. causes of moral distress Due to hierarchical power differentials based on work, 1. Powerlessness nurses may feel they have little influence on directing patient care. Students and recent graduates may not have Personal and Professional Factors: 2. Past Experiences sufficient experience. Nurses may find it difficult to maintain mental and 3. Emotional Instability: emotional stability, feeling helpless and struggling, which can lead to frustration. 1. Lack of Ethical Support and Leadership: A healthy work environment is needed to decrease nurse turnover. 2. Inadequate Staff: Optimal staffing is required for Organizational Factors: continued work acuity. 3. Excessive Workload, Violence, Inactivity: These are additional factors that negatively impact the professional environment.