OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this assignment is to evaluate learners' critical thinking skills in analysing ethical issues related to nursing practice and examine the role and obligations of nurses in mediating ethical issues. SCENARIO: Mr. SA, a 78 years old man was diagnosed with cancer of pancreas Stage 4. Mr. SA is still conscious and orientated but the family requested the nurses to conceal the diagnosis from Mr. SA as they don't want Mr.SA to worry about his condition. Mr. SA keep asking the nurses about his condition. The nurses feel uncomfortable and guilty for not being able to tell the patient the truth about his condition. REQUIREMENT: Based on the above scenario, discuss the ethical issues related to the situation and explain your role and obligation in assisting Mr. SA and the family to come with an agreement about disclosing the truth regarding Mr. SA condition.

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this assignment is to evaluate learners' critical thinking skills in analysing ethical issues related to nursing practice and examine the role and obligations of nurses in mediating ethical issues. SCENARIO: Mr. SA, a 78 years old man was diagnosed with cancer of pancreas Stage 4. Mr. SA is still conscious and orientated but the family requested the nurses to conceal the diagnosis from Mr. SA as they don't want Mr.SA to worry about his condition. Mr. SA keep asking the nurses about his condition. The nurses feel uncomfortable and guilty for not being able to tell the patient the truth about his condition. REQUIREMENT: Based on the above scenario, discuss the ethical issues related to the situation and explain your role and obligation in assisting Mr. SA and the family to come with an agreement about disclosing the truth regarding Mr. SA condition.

Phlebotomy Essentials

6th Edition

ISBN:9781451194524

Author:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Publisher:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Chapter1: Phlebotomy: Past And Present And The Healthcare Setting

Section: Chapter Questions

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