A nurse observes an acutely psychotic client scratching at his arms with his fingernails until his arms bleed. When asked what is happening, the client states he is trying to let the evil spirits out of his body. He is easily redirected by the nurse, but resumes scratching when the nurse leaves his side. The nurse orders 1:1 supervision of the client to keep him from harming himself. Which principle of bioethics was applied in this situation?

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The principle of beneficence was applied in this situation, as the nurse took action to prevent harm to the client by ordering 1:1 supervision. The nurse prioritized the client's well-being and safety over other factors, such as the client's autonomy or confidentiality.

A Nurse Observes an Acutely Psychotic Client Scratching at His