Nurs 390 Exam #1
What are the 4 ethical philosophies? - ANS-1. Ethics are relative-society, culture,
religion, etc. all have an influence
2. Ethics are absolute- ex. murder is murder
3. Ethics are religious- decision made from religious beliefs
4. Ethics are morally bound-morals taught by family, friends, etc. influence ethical
decisions
Define Nonmaleficence - ANS-Avoid harm to self or others
Define Beneficence - ANS-Obligation to do good
Define Justice - ANS-Treating people fairly, equitably, and appropriately
Define Fidelity - ANS-Keeping promises, performing your duties, and being trustworthy
What are societal ethics? - ANS-Behavior commonly accepted and practiced within a
group of people, influenced by law and regulations. The basis of acceptable and
unacceptable behavior is determined by the overall group.
What are organizational ethics? - ANS-Formal and informal values, principles, and
systems of an organization which are expressed to members and outside entities, and
guide actions of the organization, regardless of law or regulation.
What are professional ethics? - ANS-Ethical standards and expectations of a particular
profession; Fundamental element of one's professional identity
What is the difference between bioethics and clinical ethics? Where does research
ethics fit in? - ANS-Bioethics is concerned with ethics involving biological sciences and
technology.
Clinical ethics is concerned with patient care decisions involving an ethical issue, such
as moral distress or an ethical dilemma
Research ethics are a part of bioethics and are concerned with ethics as it applies to
research
, What are some examples of things that influence individual ethics? - ANS-Experiences,
family, friends, religion, culture, where you live, education, etc.
Meta-Ethics - ANS-Provides a foundation for development of thought about right/wrong
and good/bad through a search for cause and meaning of right/wrong and good/bad
Normative Ethics - ANS-Subjective interpretations of social behavior provide a practical
basis for determining morality and acceptable behavior in action; moral standards
Applied/Personal Ethics - ANS-Applying ethical theory to the analysis of a controversial,
moral issue
Define Veracity - ANS-Truthfulness
What is professional identity in nursing? - ANS-A sense of oneself that is influenced by
characteristics, norms, and values of the nursing discipline, resulting in an individual
thinking, acting, and feeling like a nurse
What are the 5 attributes of professional identity? - ANS-Doing, being, acting ethically,
flourishing, creating new identities
What are some interventions that are helpful in forming a professional identity? -
ANS--Hear expectations clearly
-Value debriefing and feedback from role models
-Engage in reflection
-Actively adopt a professional identity
-Understand your own responsibilities for learning and be accountable for them
-Build relationships with those around you
-Develop personal self-care habits
-Embrace any opportunity for experiences with patients
What is the difference between morality and ethics? - ANS-Morality refers broadly to a
set of social standards or morals that guide behavior
Ethics is the study or examination of morality through a variety of different approaches
Ethical Sensitivity - ANS-Helps us recognize when there is an ethical problem or
dilemma
What are the 4 ethical philosophies? - ANS-1. Ethics are relative-society, culture,
religion, etc. all have an influence
2. Ethics are absolute- ex. murder is murder
3. Ethics are religious- decision made from religious beliefs
4. Ethics are morally bound-morals taught by family, friends, etc. influence ethical
decisions
Define Nonmaleficence - ANS-Avoid harm to self or others
Define Beneficence - ANS-Obligation to do good
Define Justice - ANS-Treating people fairly, equitably, and appropriately
Define Fidelity - ANS-Keeping promises, performing your duties, and being trustworthy
What are societal ethics? - ANS-Behavior commonly accepted and practiced within a
group of people, influenced by law and regulations. The basis of acceptable and
unacceptable behavior is determined by the overall group.
What are organizational ethics? - ANS-Formal and informal values, principles, and
systems of an organization which are expressed to members and outside entities, and
guide actions of the organization, regardless of law or regulation.
What are professional ethics? - ANS-Ethical standards and expectations of a particular
profession; Fundamental element of one's professional identity
What is the difference between bioethics and clinical ethics? Where does research
ethics fit in? - ANS-Bioethics is concerned with ethics involving biological sciences and
technology.
Clinical ethics is concerned with patient care decisions involving an ethical issue, such
as moral distress or an ethical dilemma
Research ethics are a part of bioethics and are concerned with ethics as it applies to
research
, What are some examples of things that influence individual ethics? - ANS-Experiences,
family, friends, religion, culture, where you live, education, etc.
Meta-Ethics - ANS-Provides a foundation for development of thought about right/wrong
and good/bad through a search for cause and meaning of right/wrong and good/bad
Normative Ethics - ANS-Subjective interpretations of social behavior provide a practical
basis for determining morality and acceptable behavior in action; moral standards
Applied/Personal Ethics - ANS-Applying ethical theory to the analysis of a controversial,
moral issue
Define Veracity - ANS-Truthfulness
What is professional identity in nursing? - ANS-A sense of oneself that is influenced by
characteristics, norms, and values of the nursing discipline, resulting in an individual
thinking, acting, and feeling like a nurse
What are the 5 attributes of professional identity? - ANS-Doing, being, acting ethically,
flourishing, creating new identities
What are some interventions that are helpful in forming a professional identity? -
ANS--Hear expectations clearly
-Value debriefing and feedback from role models
-Engage in reflection
-Actively adopt a professional identity
-Understand your own responsibilities for learning and be accountable for them
-Build relationships with those around you
-Develop personal self-care habits
-Embrace any opportunity for experiences with patients
What is the difference between morality and ethics? - ANS-Morality refers broadly to a
set of social standards or morals that guide behavior
Ethics is the study or examination of morality through a variety of different approaches
Ethical Sensitivity - ANS-Helps us recognize when there is an ethical problem or
dilemma
