ATI LPN
Legal and Ethical Aspects of Healthcare Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which ethical principle is involved when a nurse keeps patient information confidential?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fidelity includes maintaining confidentiality as part of the trust relationship between the nurse and patient.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse providing culturally competent care is practicing which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Beneficence promotes actions that benefit the patient, including providing care that respects cultural differences.
Question 3 of 5
Respecting a patient's cultural preferences in care is an example of which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Autonomy respects the patient's values, preferences, and cultural beliefs in healthcare decisions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse advocating for a patient's right to informed consent is demonstrating which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Informed consent respects the patient's autonomy and right to make voluntary healthcare decisions.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse advocating for the best possible care for a patient is demonstrating which ethical principle?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Beneficence involves actions that promote the well-being and best interests of the patient.