Which ethical principle is violated when the nurse is overhead talking about the patient's prognosis in the elevator?

A) Judgment
B) Advocacy
C) Accountability
D) Confidentiality

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Which ethical principle is violated when the nurse is overhead talking about the patient's prognosis in the elevator?A)  JudgmentB)  AdvocacyC)  AccountabilityD)  Confidentiality

Lucas Skolseg · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Confidentiality is the protection of patient information so that it is not shared with others.The nurse violated the ethical principle of confidentiality when the patient's prognosis was overhead in the elevator.Judgment refers to the ability to make appropriate decisions based on the situation.Advocacy refers to the nurse's responsibility to speak up for and protect the rights of patients.Accountability means that the nurse must be responsible for actions and decisions.

Which ethical principle is violated when the nurse is overhead talking about the patient's prognosis in the elevator?

A) Judgment
B) Advocacy
C) Accountability
D) Confidentiality

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