Analyze the problem scenario that you have chosen, and organize your analysis into sections that correlate to each step in the selected problem-solving strategy.

The principle of autonomy is the most important ethical principle that I believe applies to ethical decision making. The autonomy principle states that patients have the right to choose based on their values and beliefs. As an advanced practice nurse, this principle fits my personal belief system because it allows me to respect patient’s views while also providing them with necessary information and guidance so they can make informed decisions about their health care options. In addition, I believe that respecting a patient’s autonomy serves as a way of ensuring they are respected and have control over the decisions being made pertaining to their own health care.

A second ethical principle I strongly adhere to is beneficence which states that healthcare providers should act out of kindness and consideration for others by always focusing on doing what is good for patients rather than what is merely convenient or easy (Beauchamp & Childress, 2013). Healthcare providers must strive for well-being and treatment outcomes that benefit individuals as well as society. If I care for someone who is in need of medication, but can’t afford it because of financial limitations, then my act would be considered beneficence. This means that even though there might not be any monetary benefit from doing so, the patient will still receive treatment. As an advanced nursing professional, this principle does not consider only cost effectiveness. It also takes into consideration profit margins.

In summary, autonomy and beneficence are important principles that guide healthcare decision-making in settings like nursing homes private clinics or hospitals. They embody dignity respect kindness honesty confidentiality justice as well as other noble attributes. This is essential when trying to achieve optimal patient outcomes as well as maintaining high nursing ethics standards.