Which scenario best describes an ethical dilemma that an emergency department nurse might encounter?
A patient requires routine blood work as part of a regular health examination.
A patient with a history of substance abuse vehemently refuses a potentially lifesaving treatment due to personal beliefs, but the treatment is strongly recommended by the healthcare team.
A patient is upset and raising their voice because they have been waiting for a long time.
A patient is requesting an extra blanket because they feel cold in the treatment area.
An ethical dilemma occurs when a nurse is faced with two or more conflicting moral principles or situations, each carrying potential benefit or harm. In the correct scenario, the nurse is challenged with respecting the patient's autonomy while also considering the patient's safety and well-being, a common situation in the emergency department.
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