The patient tells the nurse that she is afraid to speak up regarding her desire to end care for fear of upsetting her husband and children.Which principle in the nursing code of ethics ensures that the nurse will promote the patient's cause?

A) Responsibility.
B) Advocacy.
C) Confidentiality.
D) Accountability.

Advocacy

The act of supporting or arguing in favor of a cause, policy, or group of people, often to influence public-policy and resource allocation decisions within political, economic, and social systems.

Ethics

A branch of philosophy that involves systematizing, defending, and recommending concepts of right and wrong conduct.

Nursing Code

A set of ethical principles and standards that guide the professional conduct of nurses and nursing care.