ATI LPN
Legal and Ethics in Healthcare Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Why is it 'easier said than done' to ensure that the principle of informed consent is adhered to?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed reasons (impracticality, withholding information, and behavior change) explain the difficulty of fully implementing informed consent, making 'All of the above' correct.
Question 2 of 5
How should a nurse respond to a patient experiencing a seizure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse should protect the patient from harm and ensure an open airway during a seizure to prevent complications.
Question 3 of 5
Hippocratic Oath is related to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Hippocratic Oath is an ethical code attributed to the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates. It is one of the oldest binding documents in history. The Oath is still held sacred by physicians, and its principles are considered fundamental to the practice of medicine. The modern version of the Oath emphasizes the importance of ethics and integrity in the medical profession.
Question 4 of 5
A dynamic and purposeful relationship B/w two people who approaches a mutually defined problems with mutual consideration of each other is known as
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Counselling is a dynamic and purposeful relationship between two people who approach a mutually defined problem with mutual consideration of each other. It involves the counselor and the client working together to address the client's issues in a supportive and constructive manner.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has expressed religious beliefs that conflict with their medical treatment plan. What should the nurse do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nurses have an ethical responsibility to provide culturally competent care, which includes respecting their clients' religious beliefs and values. In this situation, the nurse should work with the client to find a compromise that respects their beliefs while also providing effective medical care.