Practice Question
The client tells the nurse they are afraid to speak up regarding a desire to stop chemotherapy treatment and end future care for fear of upsetting family members. Which principle in the nursing code of ethics ensures that the nurse will support the client's decision?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Advocacy
Rationale:
💎 Advocacy ensures that the nurse protects and supports the client’s right to make informed decisions about care.
💎 It involves standing up for the client’s autonomy and preferences, even when family opinions differ.
💎 Nurses act as client representatives, communicating their choices to the healthcare team.
💎 It promotes ethical responsibility and respect for dignity in care decisions.
💎 Advocacy aligns with the ANA Code of Ethics, emphasizing protection of client rights.
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This question is from Examplify -220 X Faulty Quiz 3 which contains 20 questions.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: Examplify Exam(s)
- Domain: Health Assessment
- Answer Choices: 4