A nurse in the hospice unit allows for the client’s wishes to be expre

QUESTION

A nurse in the hospice unit allows for the client’s wishes to be expressed and implemented, when possible. Which ethical principle when used is designed to avoid using fallacies in ethical decision making?

A)
Not allowing the client to share in the health care decision
B)
Serving the client in a manner that promotes harm
C)
Devaluing the client’s self-determination
D)
Respecting the client’s rights and treatment options

ANSWER:

D