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Moral authority in OGN nursing
JOGN Nursing; Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing
|November 1, 1982
Summary
Obstetric and Gynecological (OGN) nurses face increasing ethical dilemmas, often feeling trapped or manipulated in decision-making. Reassessing professional roles and values is crucial for OGN nurses navigating these complex ethical situations.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Ethics
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing
Background:
- Ethical dilemmas are increasingly prevalent in the practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology (OGN) nursing.
- Nurses may experience ethical challenges that feel manipulative or coercive, impacting their professional autonomy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the growing prevalence of ethical dilemmas faced by OGN nurses.
- To emphasize the need for a critical reevaluation of OGN nurses' roles and responsibilities in ethical decision-making.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of nurse experiences with ethical dilemmas.
- Review of professional nursing standards and ethical guidelines.
Main Results:
- Nurses often perceive ethical decisions as "traps," leading to feelings of coercion.
- Miscommunication and misunderstanding can cause nurses to mismanage their professional authority.
Conclusions:
- A thorough reassessment of personal values and assumptions is essential for OGN nurses.
- Clarifying the OGN nurse's role and responsibilities in ethical decision-making is critical for empowering nurses.