Chapter 10

Ethical and Legal Aspects in Nursing

Ethics is a philosophical study of moral actions. Ethics attempts to determine what is valuable for individuals and society. It examines the rational…

Ethical principles serve as the moral compass in the longstanding tradition of nursing, guiding healthcare professionals in their interactions with…

Ethical principles are essential in guiding nurses to fulfill their responsibilities, focusing on the quality of nursing care and decision-making.…

The American Nurses Association (ANA) created and implemented the first nationally accepted Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements.…

Ethical standards are the backbone of nursing practice, guiding nurses as they interact with patients, families, and colleagues. These standards are…

Nurses are essential in patient care, upholding the ethical principles of their profession and effectively navigating ethical dilemmas. Neglecting…

Ethical dilemmas in nursing are of utmost importance, as they often arise from the tension between adhering to core ethical principles and the…

Resolving an ethical dilemma in healthcare involves a systematic approach that considers every aspect of the issue, respecting both the patient's…

Laws form the essential rules set by governing authorities to shape and control societal behavior. In nursing, laws guide actions, safeguard patient…

Federal statutes profoundly impact nursing practice, providing critical guidelines to ensure patient care is equitable, accessible, and of the…

Nurses bear specific legal responsibilities under several federal statutes, including: • The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability…

In healthcare, informed consent is a crucial process that involves thoroughly communicating medical treatment options to patients, including…

Establishing a secure, collaborative nurse-patient relationship is crucial for delivering high-quality care. This relationship, founded on trust,…

Nurse-to-nurse relationships are legally required to adhere to professional standards, ensuring a respectful and positive working environment.…

Accountability in nursing is a fundamental principle that underscores the obligation of nurses to take responsibility for their actions and answer…

Professional accountability in nursing is a multifaceted concept that encompasses professional ethics, legal standards, and employment expectations.…

Torts in nursing are wrongful acts that can harm patients and potentially lead to civil liability for the involved nurse. These wrongful acts range…

Intentional torts in healthcare refer to deliberate actions that cause harm or infringe on the rights of others. Understanding these torts is crucial…

Types of Quasi-intentional Torts in Healthcare Quasi-intentional torts in healthcare involve acts where intent is not directed to harm an individual…

The concept of objective nociceptive assessment and optimal pain management have gained increasing attention. Despite the known negative short- and…

The Institute of Medicine has targeted patient-centeredness as an important area of quality improvement. A major dimension of patient-centeredness is…

The hormone cortisol is typically assessed in saliva, serum, or urine samples. More recently, cortisol has been successfully extracted from hair,…