Mrs. Duncan is a 75-year-old woman with a diagnosis of Stage IV breast cancer with metastasis to the lungs. Although Mrs. Duncan spoke with the nurse and conveyed her wishes for no life-saving measures, she does not have an Advanced Directive in place. Mrs. Duncan has experienced a significant decline in cognitive function and is presently unable to make decisions for her care. Her children cannot agree on what treatment or life-saving measures are appropriate.
How do the ethical principles apply to the scenario?
Ethical principles
-Justice
-Beneficence
-Nonmaleficence
-Autonomy
Why are ethics important in nursing.
Code of Ethics for Nurses (can be found online)
What is the responsibility of the nurse regarding clients involved in ethical dilemmas?
How can ethical awareness be applies to the scenario?
