Choose one of the three ethical case studies provided for this assignment and work through the case study. Be sure to address the following questions/elements in your paper.
Your paper needs to have an introduction, discussion, and conclusion section in a professionally composed paper of your own creation. Proper citations (APA) need to be throughout the paper and match the reference list as per APA. Please see case study and rubric below in this document.
1. What is the main ethical issue that is presented in the scenario? Is it a dilemma and why?
2. What are the ethical principles that might be involved and why? What ethical theory best applies to the situation and why?
3. Explain which CNO value(s) and commitments is/are involved in this case study and why?
4. Explain which CNA value(s) is/are involved in this case study and why?
5. Is there any legislation that exists related to the chosen scenario that can aid in the decision making regarding this case? If so, outline the legislation and how it is applied. The law may have limitations or exemptions to discuss. You will need to research this element independently.
6. Using either the Nursing Process as a framework or the Decision-Making Process (listed on p. 93, Potter, Perry Box 7-4 examine the ethical situation described. Other relevant steps identified in the literature may supplement your analysis of the ethical issue.
Where possible support your course of action with appropriate references/resources.
7. Decide on the best course of action based on your analysis and research and describe it. How would you carry out the implementation of the plan? How would the success of the plan be evaluated?
8. Provide an individual reflective summary , including how you felt throughout the process? Was your value system questioned or tested as you worked through the process? Did you feel comfortable with the proposed solution to the case study? How would you approach this situation in the future?
