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Question

Based on the perspective of an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) and the nurse 'cathy', identify the most relevant normative ethical theory that you may use if you are involved in the case and critically provide analytical rational of using that particular ethical theory. Please write it based on what you would do as an APN and the nurse if you were involved in the ethical dilemma respectively. Then, analyze the dilemma based on the theories that you have presented in the first section. It would be fine if your action or decision is different from the professionals who were actually involved in the case. 'In Cathy's case, many ethical theories provide distinct perspectives. According to NLT, abortion violates basic moral principles, which may be in contrast with Cathy's views. Deontology emphasizes obligations; while Cathy must uphold her beliefs, she also has a professional obligation to offer care. Virtue ethics emphasizes character attributes; Cathy's refusal demonstrates integrity but may lack compassion in prioritizing patient care needed to save the patient's life (Morrison)