During the hand-off in the critical care unit, the day shift nurse tel

QUESTION

During the hand-off in the critical care unit, the day shift nurse tells the night nurse that the patient who was admitted for hepatitis and a subarachnoic hemorrhage is an alcoholic and a heroin addict.

The patient is difficult and should be “grateful that his health insurance will pay for this. He doesn’t deserve to take up an ICU bed.” What ethical behavior is the nurse violating?
A. Veracity
B. Discernment
C. Autonomy
D. Compassion

ANSWER:

ANS: D