title: Ethical perspectives in neuroscience nursing practice.
abstract: The role of neuroscience nurses in relation to ethical issues has become increasingly complex. Knowledge of ethical principles and theories assists the nurse in the development of a theoretical basis for resolution of ethical issues or concerns. Additionally, the nurse must possess information regarding practice codes or standards as well as legislative requirements. The nurse must act as an advocate for the patient and society through active participation in institutional ethics committees and legislative forums.
authors.affiliation: Patient Services Division, Methodist Health Care System, Intensive Care Unit, Houston, Texas, USA.
authors.forename: W J
authors.initials: WJ
authors.lastname: Murphy
authors.forename: B J
authors.initials: BJ
authors.lastname: Olsen
mesh_terms: D016223:Advance Directives; D001926:Brain Death / Q000175:diagnosis; D003657:Decision Making; D004993:Ethics, Nursing; D005544:Forecasting; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D016743:Mental Competency; D008875:Middle Aged; D009422:Nervous System Diseases / Q000451:nursing* / Q000628:therapy; D009488:Neurosciences; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D013041:Specialties, Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009927:Tissue and Organ Procurement