RESUMEN
The authors' purpose is to offer a theoretical perspective to help the nurse administrator make ethical decisions congruent with social policies in allocating scarce resources. The goal is approached in two ways: by exploring the philosophical principle of morality on which decisions to distribute scarce resources can be made and by clarifying the principles of justice and distributive justice in two classic moral theories. Principles of distributive justice that serve as guidelines for social justice policy are delineated. A case study illustrates the dilemma.
Asunto(s)
Toma de Decisiones , Ética en Enfermería , Asignación de Recursos para la Atención de Salud , Enfermeras Administradoras/psicología , Asignación de Recursos , Análisis Ético , Teoría Ética , Política de Salud , Humanos , Enfermos Mentales , Justicia Social , Valores SocialesRESUMEN
This case study of a 4-year-old boy describes his coping behaviors during admission for myringotomy and polyethylene tube insertion as a same day surgery patient. Nursing care provided the child with the opportunity to "play out" feelings aroused by the experience as a surgical patient. The child's behavior indicated that the planned and supportive responses of the nurse caring for him promoted the child's sense of mastery and self-confidence.