The nurse provides care to a patient who is admitted to the hospital for management of severe migraines. After administering a prescribed pain medication, the nurse states, "I will return in 20 minutes to reassess your pain." By following through on the commitment to return at the specified time, which ethical principle does the nurse display?

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Fidelity involves keeping one's promises or commitments. By stating they will return in 20 minutes to reassess the patient's pain and following through, the nurse demonstrates fidelity, showing reliability and trustworthiness in their care.

The Nurse Provides Care to a Patient Who Is Admitted