The nurse is assigned to care for a patient who has HIV. The nurse accepts the patient assignment despite believing that the patient's condition is a punishment from God. Which ethical principle did the nurse follow in accepting this patient assignment?

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By accepting the patient assignment despite personal beliefs, the nurse is upholding the ethical principle of justice, which requires equal access to healthcare for all individuals regardless of their personal characteristics or beliefs. The nurse's personal beliefs do not interfere with providing care and access to healthcare.

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