The nurse bases individual nursing practice upon commitment to quality patient care and understanding of the nursing role. Under which broad classification of ethical theory does this fall?
A) Applied theories
B) Utilitarian theories
C) Deontological theories
D) Teleological theories

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Rationale 1: Applied ethics analyzes specific, controversial moral issues and is not a broad category of ethics that serves as a basis for daily decisions.
Rationale 2: Utilitarian theory states that what makes an action right or wrong is its utility, with useful actions bringing about the greatest good for the greatest number of people. Following utilitarian principles will not always support providing excellent nursing care to an individual.
Rationale 3: Deontological theories derive norms and rules from the duties human beings owe one another by virtue of commitments that are made and roles that are assumed. The nurse makes a commitment to excellence of patient care.
Rationale 4: Teleological theories derive norms or rules for conduct from the consequences of actions. Teleological principles do not support excellence in individual care.

The Nurse Bases Individual Nursing Practice Upon Commitment to Quality