Which of the following involves looking at both the positive and negative outcomes?

Choice A reason:

Followers are a fundamental aspect of leadership. Without followers, there is no one to lead or influence, making the role of a leader redundant.

Choice B reason:

A leader is, by definition, a requirement for leadership. The leader is the individual who guides, directs, or influences others toward a common goal or vision.

Choice C reason:

A situation that necessitates leadership is often present when leadership occurs. It provides the context in which a leader must operate and make decisions.

Choice D reason:

A care team is specific to healthcare settings and is not a universal requirement for leadership. Leadership can exist in various contexts, not just within a care team.

Choice A reason:

The Ethics of Consequences, also known as consequentialism, focuses on the outcomes of actions. While reporting the theft may lead to positive consequences by stopping harm, the nurse's decision is not solely based on outcomes but on moral obligations.

Choice B reason:

The Ethics of Character, often associated with virtue ethics, emphasizes the virtues or moral character of individuals. While character is important, the nurse's action is not primarily about personal virtues but about fulfilling professional responsibilities.

Choice C reason:

The Ethics of Relationship involves the moral obligations that arise from relationships. Although the nurse has a relationship with the peer, the action taken is not based on this relationship but on the duty to protect patients.

Choice D reason:

The Ethics of Duty, also known as deontological ethics, is concerned with the adherence to moral rules or duties. The nurse is guided by the duty to report unethical behavior and protect patients from harm, making this the correct ethical theory.