Module 1 | The Nursing Dilemma
Instructions
Using a Microsoft Word document, record your responses to the critical thinking questions based on the scenario provided. Each response should be original (in your own words) and a minimum of 2–3 sentences in length.
Scenario
A military RN is ordered to force-feed a terrorist prisoner while they are undergoing interrogation. The prisoner is on a hunger strike protesting their capture and highlighting his cause. The nurse is to ensure the prisoner remains hydrated and fed so they can provide information and do not starve. The nurse is torn. On the one hand, the nurse has a strong loyalty to the military objective of ensuring public safety by uncovering terrorist plots and fear of reprisal if orders are disobeyed. Yet, the nurse is appalled at overriding a patient’s wishes by force-feeding him.
Critical Thinking Questions
- Is this an ethical dilemma or a moral dilemma?
- What ethical principles are in contention? How?
- Are there any virtues at risk? Whose? Why?
- What justifies overriding an individual’s autonomy to make his own choices?
- How does the Code of Ethics guide the nurse in invoking conscientious objection?
- What lessons can be learned from this nurse’s dilemma?
Submission and Assessment Guidelines
- Submit your Microsoft Word document with the questions clearly listed and answered.
- Each response should be clear, concise, and use correct grammar. All of the questions MUST be answered in your document.
- Review the Learning Activity Rubric for grading criteria.
- This activity is worth 80 points.
Rubric
NUR 213 – Learning Activity Rubric (1)
NUR 213 – Learning Activity Rubric (1)
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConnections
51 ptsOutstandingEvidence of critical thinking and provides rationale as well as examples and specific details.
38.25 ptsGoodEvidence of critical thinking and details are mostly specific.
25.5 ptsProficientEvidence of critical thinking and details but usually of a generalized nature.
12.75 ptsNeeds ImprovementIdea presence is limited or not supported.
0 ptsUnacceptableIdea presence is limited and not supported.
51 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
21 ptsOutstandingExceptionally well-presented; ideas are detailed and well-developed.
15.75 ptsGoodWell-presented; ideas are detailed and mostly well-developed.
10.5 ptsProficientContent is sound and solid; ideas are present but not particularly developed or supported.
5.25 ptsNeeds ImprovementContent is slightly reasonable.
0 ptsUnacceptableContent is not sound.
21 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCourse Learning Outcome 1
Defend professional nursing actions based on Nursing’s Code of Ethics and bioethical principles.
threshold: 3.0 pts
4 ptsExceeds Mastery
3 ptsMastery
2 ptsNear Mastery
1 ptsBelow Mastery
0 ptsNo Evidence
4 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCourse Learning Outcome 2
Protect the dignity of patients and their families.
threshold: 3.0 pts
4 ptsExceeds Mastery
3 ptsMastery
2 ptsNear Mastery
1 ptsBelow Mastery
0 ptsNo Evidence
4 pts
Total Points: 80
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