Navigating Ethical Principles in Patient Care

Easy Management Of Care Ethical Practice

A nurse is caring for a patient undergoing treatment for a chronic illness who expresses the wish to discontinue their treatment due to side effects. The nurse must navigate ethical principles such as autonomy, beneficence, and non-maleficence in managing the patient's care. Which of the following actions would be appropriate for the nurse to take in this situation? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply:

Listen actively to the patient’s concerns regarding the treatment.

Encourage the patient to continue treatment despite their wishes.

Provide information about the consequences of discontinuing treatment.

Support a decision to discontinue treatment if it aligns with patient’s wishes.

Consult with the healthcare team about the patient's decision.

Document the patient's preferences regarding their treatment plan.

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