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Option 2 : Nonmaleficence

Concept:

  • Respiratory arrest resuscitation -> Done to restore respiration of a patient -> Stabilize their breath.
  • Code of ethics -> Nurses follow these principles while delivering care to the patients.
  • Justice, beneficence, non maleficence, fidelity and autonomy are some of the ethical principles of nursing.

Explanation:

  • Non maleficence -> No harm is afflicted to the patient .
  • This principle is involved in this situation.
  • The nurse did not open the valve -> Negligence or purposeful act -> Caused harm to the patient.
  • The oxygen therapy did not benefit the patient due to the nurse's acts.

  • Battery -> Acts of physically harming someone.
  • Fidelity -> Be dutiful and fair towards her responsibilities.
  • Beneficence -> Taking care for the wellbeing of the patient -> Being more cooperative with them.
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