Describe the moral and ethical challenges nurses can face when following hospital policies and protocols.

Nursing staff often find it difficult to follow hospital policies and procedures. This is because these protocols are not always best for their patients. For example, they may be asked to implement protocols that could potentially put a patient’s health at risk or limit their autonomy by restricting certain treatments or medications; this can lead to feelings of guilt or frustration which can in turn impact how nurses care for their patients.

Furthermore, there may also be times where nurses feel pressure from other staff members—such as supervisors or doctors—to do something contrary to their own personal beliefs. When providing high-quality care, nurses must remember their moral and legal obligations in these situations. This includes advocating for the best interests of patients even if this means going against policies; in the end, all decisions must prioritize following laws over doing right.