Question 1

Which of the following is being used by an interdisciplinary team that implements and evaluates a plan of action after considering key players, clarifying values, and exploring alternatives?
A) A code of ethics
B) An ethics committee
C) Practice standards
D) An ethical decision-making model

Accepted Answer

An ethical decision-making model is used by interdisciplinary teams to systematically evaluate and implement a plan of action by considering key players, clarifying values, and exploring alternatives.

Question 2

Of those listed below, who is most likely to be a member of a hospital ethics committee?
A) Funeral director
B) Chaplain
C) Community activist
D) Palliative care volunteer

Accepted Answer

A chaplain is most likely to be a member of a hospital ethics committee due to their role in addressing spiritual and ethical issues in healthcare settings.

Question 3

The use of an ethical decision-making model ensures the protection of an organization from liability.

Accepted Answer

An ethical decision-making model can guide decision-making but does not guarantee protection from liability, as legal outcomes depend on various factors beyond ethical considerations.

Question 4

All nurses in Canada are expected to meet the ethical standards embedded in the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.

Accepted Answer

The answer of All nurses in Canada are expected to...

Question 5

Which primary value from the Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics is being followed by a nurse who intervenes to address an unsafe nursing practice?
A) Being accountable
B) Providing safe, compassionate, competent, and ethical care
C) Promoting justice
D) Promoting health and well-being

Accepted Answer

The nurse is ensuring the provision of safe, competent, and ethical care by addressing an unsafe practice, which aligns with the primary value of providing safe, compassionate, competent, and ethical care.

Question 6

Which of the following is demonstrated when a nurse takes an unresolved ethical situation forward to an ethics committee?
A) Nonmaleficence
B) Beneficence
C) Accountability
D) Promoting justice

Accepted Answer

Taking an unresolved ethical situation to an ethics committee demonstrates accountability, as the nurse is taking responsibility for addressing the ethical issue and seeking guidance to ensure appropriate action is taken.

Question 7

Which of the following is true of the Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses?
A) It offers suggestions on resolving routine practice issues.
B) It contains a dispute resolution mechanism.
C) It offers a framework and guide for ethical practice.
D) It is closely aligned with the physician's code of ethics.

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses provides a framework and guide for ethical practice, helping nurses navigate ethical dilemmas and uphold professional standards.

Question 8

Which of the following statements best describes the "ethical responsibilities" in the Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics?
A) Ethical responsibility deals with ethical endeavours.
B) Nurses' ethical responsibilities are informed by seven primary values.
C) Social justice must be addressed consistently.
D) Primary nursing values outline caring responsibilities.

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics outlines that nurses' ethical responsibilities are informed by seven primary values, which guide their professional conduct.

Question 9

Which of the following was a focus of codes of ethics during earlier nursing times?
A) Professional standards
B) Practice standards
C) The scope of practice standards
D) The virtue and morality of nurses

Accepted Answer

Earlier nursing codes of ethics primarily focused on the virtue and morality of nurses, emphasizing personal character and ethical behavior.

Question 10

The Registered Nurses Association of Ontario has introduced over 50 best practice guidelines that were developed by nurses across Canada and have been adopted internationally.

Accepted Answer

The Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) has indeed developed over 50 best practice guidelines, which have been adopted internationally, and these guidelines were developed with input from nurses across Canada.

Question 11

Which of the following rationale explains the development of the ethical endeavours section of the Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics?
A) Nurses are expanding their advocacy role.
B) Canadians have become more diverse and have different health care needs.
C) Nurses work with more "English as a second language" clients.
D) Health resources are increasingly scarce.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following rationale explains the...

Question 12

A code of ethics identifies disciplinary actions and resulting consequences for nurses who are investigated for misconduct.

Accepted Answer

A code of ethics outlines the principles and values guiding professional conduct, but it does not specify disciplinary actions or consequences, which are typically detailed in regulatory or legal frameworks.

Question 13

Which primary ethical nursing value is being followed by a nurse who respects the wishes of a patient to decline to receive information about his or her health condition?
A) Promoting and respecting informed decision making
B) Preserving dignity
C) Being accountable
D) Promoting health and well-being

Accepted Answer

The primary ethical nursing value being followed is "Promoting and respecting informed decision making," as the nurse is respecting the patient's autonomy and decision to not receive information about their health condition.

Question 14

Which of the following statements best describes an outcome of the ethical decision-making process?
A) There must only be one possible outcome.
B) There must be several equally acceptable options.
C) The goal is to discuss options, not decisions.
D) More than one proposed intervention may be ethical.

Accepted Answer

In ethical decision-making, it is possible for more than one proposed intervention to be ethical, as ethical dilemmas often involve multiple acceptable solutions that align with ethical principles.

Question 15

What is the main role of an ethics committee?
A) Consultation
B) Education
C) Policy
D) All are correct

Accepted Answer

Ethics committees are responsible for consultation, education, and policy development to address ethical issues in various settings.

Question 16

Ethical principles inform only modern codes of ethics.

Accepted Answer

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Ethical principles have been documented as far back as 1780 b.c. and form the basis of both historical and modern codes of ethics.
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Question 17

Which of the following best describes the goals of an ethics committee?
A) To provide a single view toward the outcome of an ethical issue
B) To present various views or "lenses" on the issues
C) To develop standards of practice for nurses
D) To ensure that comfort is achieved

Accepted Answer

Ethics committees aim to present various perspectives on ethical issues, facilitating a comprehensive understanding and discussion rather than providing a single viewpoint.

Quiz 3: Guiding Ethical Decision Making: Resources for Nurses

Which of the following is being used by an interdisciplinary team that implements and evaluates a plan of action after considering key players, clarifying values, and exploring alternatives?

Of those listed below, who is most likely to be a member of a hospital ethics committee?

The use of an ethical decision-making model ensures the protection of an organization from liability.

All nurses in Canada are expected to meet the ethical standards embedded in the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.

Which primary value from the Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics is being followed by a nurse who intervenes to address an unsafe nursing practice?

Which of the following is demonstrated when a nurse takes an unresolved ethical situation forward to an ethics committee?

Which of the following is true of the Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses?

Which of the following statements best describes the "ethical responsibilities" in the Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics?

Which of the following was a focus of codes of ethics during earlier nursing times?

The Registered Nurses Association of Ontario has introduced over 50 best practice guidelines that were developed by nurses across Canada and have been adopted internationally.

Which of the following rationale explains the development of the ethical endeavours section of the Canadian Nurses Association's Code of Ethics?

A code of ethics identifies disciplinary actions and resulting consequences for nurses who are investigated for misconduct.

Which primary ethical nursing value is being followed by a nurse who respects the wishes of a patient to decline to receive information about his or her health condition?

Which of the following statements best describes an outcome of the ethical decision-making process?

What is the main role of an ethics committee?

Ethical principles inform only modern codes of ethics.

Which of the following best describes the goals of an ethics committee?