title: Ethical reflection and resolution.
abstract: Resolution of ethical issues requires critical thinking and problem solving skills. This article reviews the professional code of ethics for nurses and decision-making frameworks as guides to assist nurses in becoming active participants in the process of ethical reflection.
authors.forename: D A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Raines
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000575:American Nurses' Association; D003657:Decision Making; D004993:Ethics, Nursing; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D017283:Neonatal Nursing; D009732:Nursing Care / Q000592:standards; D011247:Pregnancy; D011340:Problem Solving; D014481:United States