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P A Miya

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PubMed1995

Implementation of the Patient Self-Determination Act: a survey of Nebraska hospitals.

The purpose of this survey of Nebraska hospitals (N = 79) was to describe the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Patient Self-Determination Act (PSDA) and to explore the role of the nurse in these processes. Results indicate nurses were very involved in the planning phase but rarely in the implementing phase. Few evaluation strategies were utilized and only some respondents identified problematic issues related to the implementation of the PSDA. Clinical implications for issues related to the PSDA are discussed and framed within the American Nurses' Association Position Statement on the PSDA (1991). Future studies are suggested, especially related to evaluation of PSDA implementation.

American Nurses' Association↗
PubMed1995

Ethical perceptions of parents and nurses in NICU: the case of baby Michael.

A case was used to examine ethical challenges in the neonatal intensive care unit from the perspective of parents and nurses. Discussion focuses on issues of treatment versus nontreatment, informed consent, and decision making. An integration of crisis intervention techniques and caring processes is presented for nurses to assist parents through the neonatal intensive care unit experience.

Decision Making↗
PubMed1989

Imperiled infants: nurses' roles in ethical decision-making.

Using a case study approach this article explores two critical ethical-emotional issues that arise in the nursing care of imperiled infants. The questions concerning who should decide and what should be decided about the care of these infants are discussed. Roles of the parents, physician, and nurse are examined in relation to decision-making. An emphasis is placed on the role of the nurse with three criteria supporting nursing involvement being identified. Ethical theories, ethics by committee, and guidelines for decision-making are briefly discussed.

Catastrophic Illness↗