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Published on: September 10, 2018
Making ethical decisions even when it isn't easy
Abstract:
Nurses, as continuous health care providers, are more aware of the numerous ethical dilemmas encountered in practice as they strive to meet patient needs. Regardless of the nurse's role--as practitioner, educator, or administrator--knowledge about how to approach ethical dilemmas is essential to participate effectively as patient care providers. By using a systematic framework for resolving a practice dilemma, nurses can clarify the nature and scope of the problem and use a reasoned approach for resolution.
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