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Module 5: Management of Care Lesson 21: Ethical and Legal Issues Ethics  Description o Ethics is the branch of philosophy that concerns the distinction made between right and wrong on the basis of a body of knowledge, not just on the basis of opinions.  Ethical Principles o These principles are a code that directs or governs nursing actions.  Values o Beliefs and attitudes that may influence behavior and the process of decision-making  Values Clarification o Process of ana...