When a nurse considers the possible positive effect a treatment will have against the pain it may cause the client,the nurse is displaying:
A) Justice
B) Fidelity
C) Beneficence
D) Nonmaleficence

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Nonmaleficence is the avoidance of harm or hurt.In health care,ethical practice involves not only the will to do good but also the equal commitment to do no harm.The remaining options refer to fairness,truthfulness,and kindness.

When a Nurse Considers the Possible Positive Effect a Treatment