Ethical Case Analysis

CASE ANALYSIS : JENNY

Pauline should try to convince the patient Jenny , to receive the cannula in for her to receive rehydration . Pauline should also explain that the cannula that will be inserted into her arm will only provide hydration solutions that will make her feel better as she is already diagnosed with pneumonia , coupled with dehydration

1 . Both the patient Jenny , and the attending nurse practitioner , will be affected by the decision . In the case that a decision is made of not having a cannula connected , then it is most likely that

Jenny will further deteriorate in her condition of dehydration . In addition , her pneumonia may progress further and result in a more severe physical condition . At the same time , it is the nurse practitioner 's responsibility that the appropriate treatment is given to the patient and thus if the decision is made that a cannula will not be inserted then the deterioration of the patient 's condition will also reflect on the nurse practitioner 's competence in providing healthcare

2a . The patient , Jenny , has a right to make a decision in terms of what procedures will be performed on her (Balfour , 2009 . However , this right is only applicable when the patient is fully competent to make a decision . Based on the of the case , Jenny is confused and thus may not be fully aware of the entire situation she is in . In addition , her previous history of being an alcoholic may have affected her way of thinking...