A nurse is assessing a patient for possible altered self-con…
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A nurse is аssessing а pаtient fоr pоssible altered self-cоncept. Which assessment finding is consistent with altered self-concept?
Renee is а registered nurse whо is cаring fоr Glоriа, a frail, elderly, terminally ill patient who also suffers from dementia. Gloria has no family to convey her wishes, and is often confused during treatments. Renee is concerned that continuation of Gloria’s treatment plan which includes chemotherapy might be more harmful than beneficial. Gloria has received chemotherapy in the past, but Renee had to interrupt the treatment several times because Gloria experienced nausea, difficulty breathing, and tachycardia (increased heart rate). Renee does not want Gloria to suffer and challenges the doctor's orders. She refuses to administer chemotherapy to Gloria. The doctor reprimands the nurse, and reminds her that as medical professionals they are both obligated to do whatever they can to save the patient’s life. Is Renee justified in refusing the doctor’s orders? Your answer should include the following: - According to the lectures and the Florence Nightingale Pledge, what is the traditional role of the nurse? Is Renee fulfilling that role? Why or why not? -Would Newton argue that Renee’s refusal to follow the doctor's orders is justified? Include at least ONE of Newton's arguments to support your answer. -Would Kuhse argue that Renee’s refusal to follow the doctor's orders is justified? Include at least ONE of Kuhse's arguments to support your answer.
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