What shortcut you believe may compromise patient safety


Problem: As a new nurse you are encouraged by a more experienced nurse to take a shortcut that you believe may compromise patient safety. Other co-workers have told you that it is important to have this nurse on your side, and have warned you not to "rock the boat." Provision 4.3 of the ANA Code of Ethics addresses responsibility for nursing judgments, decisions and actions. Which would be the best course of action? As a new nurse you are encouraged by a more experienced nurse to take a shortcut that you believe may compromise patient safety. Other co-workers have told you that it is important to have this nurse on your side, and have warned you not to "rock the boat." Provision 4.3 of the ANA Code of Ethics addresses responsibility for nursing judgments, decisions and actions. Which would be the best course of action? Call the hospital's anonymous Ethics Hotline. Do nothing. After all, you have a lot to learn from this nurse. Talk with several other nurses to make sure your concerns are valid. Privately discuss your concern directly with the other nurse, maintaining a nonjudgmental attitude. If your concern persists, gently inform her that you feel the need

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