Question

Describe one ethical theory or approach and illustrate how the approach is applied in daily nursing practice.

Answer 1

Ans) Ethical approach:

- The fairness approach assumes that people should be treated equally regardless of their station in life, that is, they should not be subject to discrimination.

- Common Good Approach- The common good approach suggests that ethical actions are those that benefit all members of the community. The Virtue Approach.

One Ethical Responsibility or approach to nursing practice:

Respect for Others:

- A nurse must respect the dignity and value of patients and colleagues, and treat all persons equally regardless of personal attributes or medical condition.

- Related to this is the responsibility to always respect the patient's right to self-determination in her medical care.