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INTRODUCTION: Concepts, Values and Decision Making

Ethics are at the core of professional nursing practice. This program provides a solid introduction to the fundamental ethical terms and concepts that students and nurses need to know. Through scenarios and expert interviews, it clearly defines justice, fidelity, autonomy, moral distress, and other important concepts in ethical practice. Video also explores the vital role that personal values play in ethical situations and how to best understand and address value conflicts. Program discusses the importance of nurse self-regard and some of the key steps to sound ethical decision making.

This series discusses the role of standardized codes of ethics and the impact of legislation on today’s healthcare provider. The viewer will become familiar with the growing role of the Bioethics Committee, as well as the guidelines for maintenance of appropriate patient-provider boundaries. Whistle-blowing is also discussed.