Nursing · Nursing Ethics

You are posted in a coronavirus screening area. As per protocol, the healthcare provider must collect a nasopharyngeal/oropharyngeal swab. Although it causes temporary discomfort to the patient, it helps in early detection and benefits both the patient and the community. Which ethical principle is primarily applied here?

Verified Solution4 OptionsUpdated: October 2026👁️1 View

1Veracity
2Respect for autonomy
3Non-maleficence
4Beneficence✓

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Beneficence

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