Ethical and Legal Issues in Healthcare: A Case Study Analysis

ETHICS, LAW AND HEALTHCARE

Table of Contents
1. Identify issues and collect information..................................................................................3
2. Evaluate the issue...................................................................................................................3
3. Action.....................................................................................................................................4
4. Implementation......................................................................................................................5
5. Assess Outcomes....................................................................................................................6
Reference List:...........................................................................................................................7

1. Identify issues and collect information
1.1 Problem identification
In regards with the mentioned case scenario, it may be stated that as per her roles and
responsibilities as a nurse, it is important that the advices which are given by Victoria to
Stella is based on thorough analysis of her current condition. Collection of information can be
done by seeking sources of information which highlight her previous and existing medical
records as well as her current health condition (Nursing and Midwifery Council, 2015). One
of the basic requirements for Victoria is to check whether the information provided by Stella
is authentic or not. Since acting in best interest of any patient is regarded as one of the
primary duties of nurses, it is essential that a detailed study concerning her condition is done
before finalising on the most suitable healthcare routine for her. Therefore, apart from her
medical records, it is also essential that detailed information is obtained concerning her
society, family, living conditions and so on, so that the factors responsible for her conditions
are properly needed to be evaluated.
1.2 Parties involved
Therefore, Victoria needs to ensure that proper interpersonal communication is established
with Stella so that she is able to build trust on her and share her details concerning her
lifestyles and her relationship with associated people. It is evident from the case study that
she might not share a very good relation with her aunt. She is afraid to share information
about her relationship as well. It may be stated that her boyfriend as well as her family are the
direct stakeholders (Winland-Brown, Lachman, & Swanson, 2015). When her doses of
contraception are needed to be given to her, it is essential that her boyfriend also understand
the potential effects of the medicines. In addition to this, since she is a minor, it is necessary
that as a guardian, her aunt is informed regarding her condition as well. However, with
analysis to the given information by the patient, it may be stated that her living condition in
her aunt’s place is questionable. Whether it is suitable and safe for her to associate her aunt
and her aunt’s boyfriend in this care plan or not is one of the major issues in the scenario.
2. Evaluate the issue
(a) Code of ethics: In regards with the mentioned issue, it can be seen that even though Stella
hints that her aunt’s boyfriend has been abusive towards her, it is also requested from her