A NICU nurse has been caring for a critically ill infant for…
A NICU nurse has been caring for a critically ill infant for several weeks and has developed a strong emotional bond with the family. The nurse begins spending extra time with the family outside of scheduled shifts, accepts gifts, and shares personal opinions about the infant’s prognosis that differ from the medical team’s official communication. Which of the following best describes the ethical concern in this scenario?
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A nurse is caring for a patient with a valid Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order. The patient’s Healthcare Power of Attorney (POA) is present and requests that the nurse perform CPR if the patient goes into cardiac arrest. What is the nurse’s most appropriate response?
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