A nurse is demonstrating the professional value of integrity in which situation?

Choice A rationale

Performing nursing tasks quickly might compromise the quality and thoroughness of care. Unconscious patients still require careful and meticulous attention to their needs, and rushing could lead to errors or omissions in care.

Choice B rationale

Discouraging family members from touching an unconscious patient can be detrimental to the patient's well-being. Even in an unconscious state, patients may benefit from the familiar touch and presence of loved ones, which can provide comfort and potentially aid in sensory processing.

Choice C rationale

Turning the television to a loud volume is unlikely to be beneficial for an unconscious patient and could be overstimulating or even distressing. Sensory stimulation for unconscious patients should be carefully considered and usually involves gentle, controlled inputs rather than loud, indiscriminate noise.

Choice D rationale

Explaining procedures to an unconscious patient in a normal tone of voice is an appropriate action. Although the patient may not consciously understand, they may still have some level of auditory processing. Speaking calmly and explaining actions can also provide a sense of respect and dignity for the patient. .

Choice A rationale

Refusing to administer the medication without further investigation could jeopardize the client's timely treatment. While safety is paramount, the nurse's initial action should be to gather more information rather than outright refusal, which could delay necessary care.

Choice B rationale

Administering a medication that appears to be abnormally high without verifying the order is unsafe and could lead to serious adverse effects for the client. Nurses have a professional responsibility to question orders that seem incorrect or potentially harmful.

Choice C rationale

Documenting concerns is an important step in the process, but it is not the best *next* action. While documentation is crucial for legal and communication purposes, directly addressing the potentially erroneous order with the prescriber takes precedence to ensure patient safety.

Choice D rationale

Querying the physician about the order is the most appropriate immediate action. This allows the nurse to clarify the dosage, route, and rationale for the high dose. It opens a dialogue with the prescriber to confirm the order's accuracy or identify a potential error, directly addressing the safety concern.