As nurses we use the American Nurses Association's Code of Ethics throughout the day, everyday. It is a tool used to govern our decisions, choosing between right or wrong, and basically tells us how we are supposed to treat people, what we should to do, how we should act, and why. Epstein and Turner (2015) state, “Each day, situations arise for nurses that require both decision and action, and may include ethical dilemmas. Managing these challenges well contributes to safe, compassionate, quality care.” We are the people that manage these “challenges” providing our patients with autonomy, privacy, and proper education for making informed decisions.
As I read the other post, I find so many of the issues we face are repeated over and over.
As I read the other post, I find so many of the issues we face are repeated over and over.