Which of the following is an example of an ethical issue that a nurse might encounter in practice related to informed consent?
A. Administering a medication without the patient’s knowledge
B. Providing information to the patient about their treatment options
C. Failing to disclose potential risks of a procedure to the patient
D. Asking the patient for their permission to perform a procedure
Answer:C
Which of the following is an example of an ethical issue that a nurse might encounter in practice related to informed consent?
A. Administering a medication without the patient’s knowledge B. Providing information to the patient about their treatment options C. Failing to disclose potential risks of a procedure to the patient D. Asking the patient for their permission to perform a procedure