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Ethical Principles Ethical codes serve two purposes -Act as guidelines for standards of practice -Let the public know what behaviors can be expected from their health care providers. Her supervisor does not notice ans Lisa does not tell her The principle of law that permits a health care provider to treat a patient in an emergency situation when the patient is incapable of granting consent because of an altered level of consciousness, disability, the effects of drugs or alcohol, or the patient's age. nurses practices with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth, and unique attributes of every person 2. •Name four areas of potential legal liability for mental health care providers. keep staff information confidential 4. In response to a student's question regarding choosing a psychiatric specialty, a charge nurse states, "Mentally ill clients need special care. 3 #3 Pg. Services and Activities to maintain a high level of wellness 3. 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The AEMT approach to - The law requires that a parent or legal guardian, when available, give consent for treatment or transport - In every state, when a parent cannot be reached to provide consent, health care providers are allowed to give emergency medical care to a child; some states allows minors to consent depending on their age and maturity - A minor that is Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Ethics, Laws, Guidelines: Legal and Ethical Behavior and more. no personal or sexually involved resident or family. If I were in that position, I'd want a caring nurse also. " From which ethical framework is the charge nurse operating? 1. Kantianism 2. Federal D. Click the card to flip Study Chapter 3- medical, Legal, And Ethical Issues flashcards from Tyler Hammond's class online, or in Brainscape's iPhone or Android app. Ethical. B. EMTs are not liable for any actions that are accurately documented. 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Enforceable rules of conduct in a society-All nurses have accountability for their practice & compliance with the law, professional standards, and ethical principles. Chapter 3: Legal and Ethical Issues Define the terms law and ethics and list examples. 79-80, Differentiate expressed consent, implied consent, and involuntary consent. Locally accepted protocols, During your monthly internal quality improvement (QI) meeting, you review several patient care reports Chapter 3: Ethical and Legal Issues Nurses are constantly faced with the challenge of making difficult decisions regarding good and evil or life and death. document accurately 8. It is diffcult tp prove actions were performed if they are not included on the report. document accurately and promptly 8. State C. 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