ATI LPN
Legal and Ethical Aspects of Healthcare Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is faced with an ethical dilemma that requires immediate action.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Principlism is an ethical decision-making model that uses a framework of ethical principles, such as autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice, to guide decision-making.
Question 2 of 5
Which method is most commonly associated with a lack of informed consent?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Covert observation involves studying participants without their knowledge, inherently lacking informed consent, unlike the other methods.
Question 3 of 5
What is the nurse's responsibility in medication administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nurses are responsible for administering medications as prescribed, monitoring for side effects, and ensuring patient safety.
Question 4 of 5
What is the nurse's responsibility regarding advance directives?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nurses must ensure that the patient's advance directives are respected and documented to honor their autonomy and wishes.
Question 5 of 5
What is the primary purpose of a nurse's documentation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Documentation serves as a legal record of care provided, ensuring accountability and continuity of care.