A nurse is working in a busy intensive care unit. A client is admitted with extensive medical problems and requires a ventilator. Because the nurse already has two other clients assigned to his care, he requests that the nurse manager change assignments so that appropriate attention can be given to this new admission. According to Roach's (2002) six Cs of caring, which one is the nurse emulating?

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The nurse is emulating the C of conscience - being aware of one's own value system and moral obligations, and advocating for the client's well-being. The nurse recognizes that taking on another assignment while caring for two other clients could compromise the quality of care provided to all clients, including the newly admitted client who requires a ventilator. Therefore, the nurse requests a change in assignments to ensure that appropriate attention can be given to this client.

A Nurse Is Working in a Busy Intensive Care Unit