The nurse reviews the advance directive for a patient who is

The nurse reviews the advance directive for a patient who is comatose. Which of the steps in the ethical decision making process is the nurse performing? a. Clarifying the values of all participants. dollar amount allowable for a patient’s damages, shortening the time in which a patient can file a lawsuit, and requiring stringent expert medical evaluation of a claim before a lawsuit can be filed. All patients are entitled to quality care and treatment with dignity and respect. To provide quality care and limit liability, understand and provide the rights your patient is entitled to and question directions that are controversial, given verbally, concern situations of high liability, or involve a discrepancy between the direction and standard policy. Rights are defined as something due an individual according to just claims, legal guarantees, or moral and ethical principles. Welfare rights, also called legal rights, are rights that are based on a legal entitlement to some good or benefit. These rights are guaranteed by laws such as the Bill of Rights and if violated can come under the powers of the legal system. For example, citizens of the United States have a right to equal access to employment regardless of race, sex, or religion. The type of treatment and care a patient has the right to expect is outlined in the patient bill of rights. Stay informed on the status of patient rights’ legislation as b. Examining possible actions and the consequences of each. c. Determining best action with strongest ethical support. d. Implementing the outcome.