Discussion
Question 2: Ethical Dilemmas in Nursing
Describe an ethical dilemma you have
encountered in your nursing practice. How did you handle the situation, and
what ethical principles guided your decision-making process?
Rubric:
Content:
4 points: Thorough and
insightful discussion with clear understanding of the ethical dilemma.
3 points: Good discussion with
clear understanding, minor gaps.
2 points: Adequate discussion,
some gaps in understanding.
1 point: Basic discussion,
significant gaps in understanding.
0 points: Lacks understanding,
incomplete or off-topic.
Examples and Evidence:
4 points: Strong, relevant
example from clinical experience and evidence to support points.
3 points: Relevant example and
evidence, minor gaps.
2 points: Adequate example and
evidence, some gaps.
1 point: Basic example and
evidence, significant gaps.
0 points: Lacks examples and
evidence.
Critical Thinking:
4 points: Demonstrates high
level of critical thinking and analysis.
3 points: Good critical
thinking and analysis.
2 points: Some critical
thinking, but lacks depth.
1 point: Basic critical
thinking, lacks analysis.
0 points: Little to no
critical thinking.
Clarity and Organization:
4 points: Well-organized,
clear, logical flow of ideas.
3 points: Organized and clear,
minor issues.
2 points: Some organization,
but lacks clarity.
1 point: Lacks clear
organization, ideas scattered.
0 points: Disorganized,
unclear.
Grammar and Mechanics:
4 points: Error-free, polished
writing.
3 points: Minor errors,
generally well-written.
2 points: Some errors, but
understandable.
1 point: Significant errors,
affects readability.
0 points: Numerous errors,
difficult to understand.
Engagement and Interaction:
4 points: Highly engaging,
encourages discussion and interaction.
3 points: Engages others,
encourages some discussion.
2 points: Some engagement, but
limited interaction.
1 point: Minimal engagement,
does not encourage discussion.
0 points: No engagement, no
interaction
