Veracity in Nursing Care

Veracity in Nursing Care

Research

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Invasive Procedures

The patient needs factual information to make informed decisions.

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Veracity

Truth telling:

It is wrong for a nurse to lie to his or her patient.

Patients have the right to know their test results.

• Results need to be explained in simple terms.

Jargon

Using medical terminology impedes the patient's understanding.

Omission of information still counts as lying

Documentation

Adverse Side Effects

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