       Document 0679
 DOCN  M9550679
 TI    HIV and AIDS: the nursing response and some ethical challenges.
 DT    9505
 AU    McHaffie HE
 SO    Nurs Ethics. 1994 Dec;1(4):224-32. Unique Identifier : AIDSLINE
       MED/95153373
 AB    AIDS has challenged many concepts and practices within nursing. Because
       of the serious implications attending a positive diagnosis, and because
       patients with AIDS have become articulate and well informed, familiar
       principles have been exposed to renewed scrutiny. Anomalies and dilemmas
       have been revealed. Results from a recent Institute of Medical Ethics
       survey carried out by the author have illustrated some of the
       theoretical concepts. Confidentiality has assumed new dimensions.
       Partnership and mutual empowerment are seen as keys to sound practice
       involving the patient in decision-making. A vital ingredient relates to
       the preparation of professionals; they need to be aware of those
       attitudes and prejudices within themselves which potentially stand in
       the way of caring well.
 DE    Confidentiality  *Ethics, Nursing  Human  HIV Infections/*NURSING
       Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice  Patient Participation  Prejudice
       JOURNAL ARTICLE

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