ATI LPN
Ethical and Legal Issues in Healthcare Questions
Question 1 of 5
Three skills needed to be a good advocate (Skill 1)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Effective communication is key to advocacy.
Question 2 of 5
Which ethical principle requires a nurse to act in a way that benefits the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Beneficence mandates actions that promote the well-being and best interests of the patient.
Question 3 of 5
Which ethical principle guides a nurse to respect the decisions made by a competent adult patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Autonomy supports the right of competent adults to make their own healthcare decisions.
Question 4 of 5
What does the principle of beneficence require from a nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Beneficence involves taking actions that promote the well-being and best interests of the patient.
Question 5 of 5
Respecting a patient's right to make their own decisions is an example of which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Autonomy emphasizes the patient's right to make informed healthcare decisions without coercion.