Ethical Dilemmas In To Kill A Mockingbird

1. My respond to Mr. Newcomb’s request The nurse often spends more time with the patient, so we are more likely to understand what the patient wants and how the family feels. With Mr. Newcomb, I understand that there’s a reason for his request but that doesn’t necessarily mean I agree with it. This matter becomes even more complicated when you factor in my personal set of ideas that is shaped by religion, upbringing, and personal history. How would I respond to Mr. Newcomb’s request? I would re-enforce to Mr. Newcomb, that he would need to make the arrangement to see his mistress, as stated in the scenario. I would explain to Mrs. Newcomb, that her spouse would need some time to himself to reflect upon and rest. I would honor his

It requires us, the nurse, to act in such a manner to avoid harm to the patient. Ask yourself, “ Will this harm your patient?”. One of the most common ethical dilemmas for a nurse, would be trying to balance beneficence (benefits) and non-maleficence (risk) to insure quality patient care. There are many types of harm that ranges from physical to emotional injury, however harm can be very much in the eye of the beholder or the patient’s eyes. Ultimately it is the patient, who decides benefit or risk for their care. How does non-maleficence apply to Mr. Newcomb’s scenario? In Mr Newcomb’s eyes, he felt that no harm will be done to him with his final request. With this situation, the only risk would be Mrs. Newcomb finding out and causing stress upon Mr. Newcomb. The goal is to keep the patient as safe as possible, to insure quality patient

That is why self care is important for nurses, we are at risk for both professional fatigue and burnout. Self care strategies can help the nurse when faced with stress. It can also help reduce the physical and emotional impact stress has on us. Three strategies that I chose to promote self-care is: (1) recognizing that you have a problem, (2) be open for help, and (3) keep work and home life separate (Sanford-Brown, 2014). Recognizing that you have a problem or burnout, often is recognized by others before you may realize it (Sanford-Brown, 2014). As a nurse, you must remain truthful with yourself and keep an open mind to criticism. Be open to help, burnout is a well-recognized problems within the nursing profession. Reach out for help by talking with coworkers or your manager. My organization offers access to counseling services to their employee, to assist during stressful times. The key to self-care, is keeping your work and home life separate. This is one major causes of professional fatigue which is losing sight of the boundaries between personal and work life. This can be especially challenging for nurses, that is facing difficult personal stresses. “You and your family deserves at least as much of your attention as you give your patients, but that is impossible if you can't separate the two worlds” (Sanford-Brown,