A nurse spends extra time helping an anxious patient understand discharge instructions, although the ward is busy. Which ethical principle is most directly shown?
Correct answer: B. Beneficence, by promoting the patient's welfare
- A. Justice, by treating all patients identically
- B. Beneficence, by promoting the patient's welfare
- C. Fidelity, by keeping a professional promise
- D. Veracity, by giving complete information
Explanation
Beneficence means acting to promote the patient's well-being and benefit. Justice concerns fair treatment, fidelity concerns keeping commitments, and veracity concerns truthfulness.
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