A 30-year-old female patient is going to undergo surgery. The nurse explains the procedure, risks, and benefits. Afterward, the patient decides to postpone the surgery because she wants to discuss it first with her family. The nurse respects this decision. Which ethical principle does the nurse’s action reflect?

An elderly patient refuses to be bathed by the nurse because he wants to clean himself. The nurse then gives the patient the opportunity to do so independently while continuing to supervise. Which nursing ethical principle is most appropriate in this case?

A nurse is about to administer a medication to a patient. The nurse realizes the dose on the instruction sheet looks too high and could endanger the patient, then confirms with the physician before giving the medication. Which nursing ethical principle is applied in this case?

A patient complains of dizziness after being given a certain medication. The nurse immediately stops administration temporarily and reports the patient’s condition to the physician to prevent more severe side effects. Which ethical principle does this reflect?

When moving a patient from bed to a wheelchair, the nurse ensures the wheelchair brakes are locked so the patient does not fall and get injured. Which nursing ethical principle best fits this action?

In an inpatient ward, two patients need wound care. The nurse provides services to both according to order of arrival and medical need, without discriminating based on social or economic status. Which nursing ethical principle is applied?

A nurse distributes medications to all patients according to the scheduled time and prescribed dose, without favoring any patient due to personal relationships. Which ethical principle does this action reflect?

In the emergency department, the nurse prioritizes care for patients in the most critical condition over stable patients, following the triage system. Which nursing ethical principle is most appropriate in this case?

A patient asks the nurse about the side effects of a medication they will take. The nurse explains honestly about the benefits and the possible side effects based on medical information. Which nursing ethical principle is applied in this case?

A nurse unintentionally administers a patient’s medication late, then reports the incident to the physician and explains the situation to the patient. Which nursing ethical principle is reflected in the nurse’s actions?

A patient asks the nurse for laboratory test results. The nurse provides the results accurately without concealing or altering information. Which nursing ethical principle is most appropriate in this case?

A nurse promises a patient to return in 10 minutes to help change a wound dressing and then keeps the promise by returning at the agreed time. Which nursing ethical principle is applied in this case?

A patient asks the nurse to keep personal complaints confidential. The nurse agrees and does not discuss them with others who have no legitimate interest. The nurse’s action reflects which ethical principle?

A nurse continues to provide optimal care to a patient despite feeling tired and wanting to go home, because it is a professional responsibility. Which nursing ethical principle is most appropriate in this case?

A patient privately tells the nurse about their medical history. The nurse does not disclose this information to others who do not have a legitimate interest. Which nursing ethical principle is applied in this case?

A patient privately tells the nurse about their medical history. The nurse does not disclose this information to others who do not have a legitimate interest. Which nursing ethical principle is applied in this case?

A patient asks the nurse about the purpose of an examination that will be performed. The nurse explains the purpose honestly and in accordance with the available information. Which nursing ethical principle is applied in this case?

A nurse knows that a patient’s test results have not yet been released. When the patient asks, the nurse truthfully states that the results are still being processed and cannot yet be communicated. Which ethical principle does this action reflect?

A nurse makes a mistake in documenting nursing care. They immediately correct the record and report the error to the head nurse. Which nursing ethical principle is applied in this case?