A nurse is assigned to a patient whose religious practice requires a same-gender caregiver for intimate personal care. What is the most ethical nursing action?
Correct answer: B. Arrange a suitable caregiver when this can be done safely
- A. Tell the patient that hospital routines cannot be changed
- B. Arrange a suitable caregiver when this can be done safely
- C. Refuse all personal care until the patient changes beliefs
- D. Tell the family to provide the required nursing care
Explanation
Respect for dignity includes reasonable accommodation of religious practices while maintaining safe care. The nurse should not dismiss the belief, abandon care or transfer professional duties to the family.
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