Hospice Nurse Ethics and Institutional Policies Toward Medical Aid in Dying Abbott, Jean; Kerwin, Jeanne; Holden, Constance; More Abbott, Jean; Kerwin, Jeanne; Holden, Constance; Battin, Margaret Pabst; Miller, Charles; Pope, Thaddeus Mason Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 123(6):37-43, June 2023. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: This article reviews the ethics of requiring nurses to leave the room while patients ingest aid-in-dying medications, and whether such rules are justifiable. Go to Full Text of this Article Free
Ethical Care for Patients with Self-Managed Abortion After Roe Manns-James, Laura; Pfeifer, Kelly; Gillmor-Kahn, Mickey Manns-James, Laura; Pfeifer, Kelly; Gillmor-Kahn, Mickey Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 123(1):38-44, January 2023. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: A review of patient privacy as it relates to self-managed abortion, ethical reporting requirements for nurses, and best practices for treating complications of self-managed abortion using a harm reduction framework, with a focus on protecting patients' rights. Go to Full Text of this Article Open
Exploring the Ethics of a Nurses' Strike During a Pandemic Murphy, Michael J. Murphy, Michael J. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 122(3):49-54, March 2022. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Amid a disruptive disaster like COVID-19, what conditions ethically justify a work stoppage by nurses? Buy
Nurses Spreading Misinformation Grace, Pamela J. Grace, Pamela J. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 121(12):49-53, December 2021. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The author explores how the COVID crisis has inspired some nurses to engage in misinformation on social media and other venues; describes the ethical responsibilities of nurses to seriously examine what they think they know and understand; and offers strategies for nurse leaders, managers, and educators to address misinformation. Buy
Care and Ethics: Inseparable and Relational Olsen, Douglas P. Olsen, Douglas P. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 121(8):57-62, August 2021. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The author presents a real case in which, unbeknownst to the patient, a planned appendectomy led to removal of more than his appendix—demonstrating the ubiquity of ethical issues in patient care. Buy
The Moral Distress of Nurses When Patients Forgo Treatment Because of Cost Olsen, Douglas P.; Keilman, Linda J. Olsen, Douglas P.; Keilman, Linda J. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 120(9):61-66, September 2020. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The authors discuss the moral compromise of nurses whose patients refuse care they can't afford—and make an appeal to the nursing profession to advocate for systemic change on behalf of these patients. Buy
Ethical Considerations When Dismissing Patients for Noncompliance Olsen, Douglas P. Olsen, Douglas P. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 119(2):64-66, February 2019. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
February 2017 - Volume 117 - Supplement 1 2 Editor-in-Chief: Carl A. Kirton, DNP, MBA, RN, ANP ISSN: 0002-936X Online ISSN: 1538-7488 Frequency: 12 issues per year Ranking: 42/124 Impact Factor: 2.577 Free Favorite
Ethics Champion Programs Trotochaud, Karen; Fitzgerald, Heather; Knackstedt, Angela D. Trotochaud, Karen; Fitzgerald, Heather; Knackstedt, Angela D. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 118(7):46-54, July 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The authors, all of whom lead ethics champion programs at their respective institutions, discuss how these programs prepare nurses to function as unit-based ethics resources for colleagues as they face various ethical issues and challenges. Buy
The Ethical and Legal Implications of a Nurse's Arrest in Utah Olsen, Douglas P.; Brous, Edie Olsen, Douglas P.; Brous, Edie Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 118(3):47-53, March 2018. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Workarounds Are Routinely Used by Nurses—But Are They Ethical? Berlinger, Nancy Berlinger, Nancy Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 117(10):53-55, October 2017. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: How nurses can be creative problem solvers without resorting to workarounds that may be ethical in intent yet potentially harmful in their consequences. Buy
Ethical Nursing Care When the Terminally Ill Patient Seeks Death Olsen, Douglas P.; Chan, Roxane; Lehto, Rebecca Olsen, Douglas P.; Chan, Roxane; Lehto, Rebecca Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 117(7):50-55, July 2017. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Ethical Practice with Patients in Pain Olsen, Douglas P. Olsen, Douglas P. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 116(1):57-60, January 2016. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Using two hypothetical cases, the author examines the nature of pain and the ethical complexities nurses face in responding to patients' pain. Buy
Telling Patients About Staffing Levels Olsen, Douglas P. Olsen, Douglas P. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 113(5):62-64, May 2013. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: When it's right to share certain information with patients—and when it's not. Buy
Teaching Crucial Knowledge vs. Helping Out on the Unit Olsen, Douglas P.; Palmer, Lisa M.; Poindexter, Kathleen Olsen, Douglas P.; Palmer, Lisa M.; Poindexter, Kathleen Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 115(9):67-69, September 2015. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: This article explores the ethical considerations that occur when student education and urgent patient care needs are conflicting priorities, and offers suggestions for arriving at a resolution. Buy
The Ethical Nursing Care of Transgender Patients Zunner, Brian P.; Grace, Pamela J. Zunner, Brian P.; Grace, Pamela J. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 112(12):61-64, December 2012. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: How bias in health care affects this population. Buy
Ethical Issues for Nurses in Force-Feeding Guantánamo Bay Detainees Olsen, Douglas P.; Gallagher, Ann Olsen, Douglas P.; Gallagher, Ann Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 114(11):47-50, November 2014. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The authors discuss the ethical quandary military nurses face when duty to follow orders conflicts with fundamental values. Buy
The Ethics of Recruiting Foreign-Educated Nurses Stubenrauch, James M. Stubenrauch, James M. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 108(12):25-26, December 2008. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Helping Patients Who Don't Help Themselves Olsen, Douglas P. Olsen, Douglas P. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 113(7):66-68, July 2013. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Can nurses provide optimum treatments while also respecting patients' lifestyle choices that may be harmful to their health? Buy
Unwanted Treatment Olsen, Douglas P. Olsen, Douglas P. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 107(9):51-53, September 2007. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
The Ethics of Denying Smokers Employment in Health Care Olsen, Douglas P. Olsen, Douglas P. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 114(6):55-58, June 2014. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: Nonsmoking policies send a powerful message, but are the underlying assumptions defensible? Buy
Should RNs Be Forced To Get the Flu Vaccine?: Some facilities are mandating it, in an effort to protect patients Olsen, Douglas P. Olsen, Douglas P. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 106(10):76-79, October 2006. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
When Providing Care Is a Moral Issue: Is nurses’ first priority protecting the patient or their own moral convictions? Jacobson, Joy Jacobson, Joy Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 105(10):27-28, October 2005. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Ethics and Palliative Care in Pediatrics: When should parents agree to withdraw life-sustaining therapy for children? Rushton, Cynda Hylton Rushton, Cynda Hylton Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 104(4):54-63, April 2004. In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: When the focus of a child's care must shift from life sustaining to palliative, a host of new issues must be considered, with lasting effects on the child, the family, and clinicians. The twelfth in a series on palliative nursing care. Buy CE Test
Relic or Resource? The Code for Nurses Fowler, Marsha D. Fowler, Marsha D. Less American Journal of Nursing. 99(3):56, 58, March 1999. Abstract Abstract Favorite Permissions Buy
Collective Bargaining and Professional Ethics Gillingham, J. B. Gillingham, J. B. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 50(4):214-216, April 1950. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
A Suggested Code: A Code of Ethics Presented for the Consideration of the American Nurses' Association Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 26(8):599-600, August 1926. Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
