Ethical Dilemma in Diabetes Wound Care: A Literature Review
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Title
Ethical Dilemma in Diabetes Wound Care: A Literature Review
Subject
dilemma ethics, diabetic wound care, decision making
Description
Introduction: One of the main complications of diabetes is diabetic foot
ulcer (DFU), which often requires intensive care and involves
collaboration between various disciplines. In managing diabetic foot
ulcers, several ethical dilemmas arise regarding autonomy, beneficence,
non-maleficence, and justice. This review of the literature aims to
examine ethical dilemmas in the care of diabetic wounds.
Methods: A literature review was conducted to analyze articles published
over the last five years (2019–2024). The analysis involved a detailed
review of healthcare workers' ethical dilemmas, particularly nurses, in
managing diabetic wounds.
Results: Nurses are crucial in addressing ethical dilemmas in diabetic
wound care. They must have a comprehensive knowledge of diabetic
wounds, including their pathophysiology, complications, and treatment
options. Nurses must also have strong decision-making skills, allowing
them to analyze situations, weigh various factors, and make appropriate
decisions. Furthermore, they must maintain effective relationships with
patients and their families.
Conclusion: Ethical dilemmas in wound care present complex and
multidimensional challenges. Nurses must possess adequate knowledge,
skills, and support to navigate these situations effectively. By doing so,
they can provide high-quality, dignified care to patients while protecting
their well-being.
ulcer (DFU), which often requires intensive care and involves
collaboration between various disciplines. In managing diabetic foot
ulcers, several ethical dilemmas arise regarding autonomy, beneficence,
non-maleficence, and justice. This review of the literature aims to
examine ethical dilemmas in the care of diabetic wounds.
Methods: A literature review was conducted to analyze articles published
over the last five years (2019–2024). The analysis involved a detailed
review of healthcare workers' ethical dilemmas, particularly nurses, in
managing diabetic wounds.
Results: Nurses are crucial in addressing ethical dilemmas in diabetic
wound care. They must have a comprehensive knowledge of diabetic
wounds, including their pathophysiology, complications, and treatment
options. Nurses must also have strong decision-making skills, allowing
them to analyze situations, weigh various factors, and make appropriate
decisions. Furthermore, they must maintain effective relationships with
patients and their families.
Conclusion: Ethical dilemmas in wound care present complex and
multidimensional challenges. Nurses must possess adequate knowledge,
skills, and support to navigate these situations effectively. By doing so,
they can provide high-quality, dignified care to patients while protecting
their well-being.
Creator
Harsah Bahtiar Zainudin1 & Tantut Susanto2*
Source
https://doi.org/10.37363/bnr.2025.61455
Date
17 January 2025
Contributor
peri irawan
Format
pdf
Language
english
Type
text
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Citation
Harsah Bahtiar Zainudin1 & Tantut Susanto2*, “Ethical Dilemma in Diabetes Wound Care: A Literature Review,” Repository Horizon University Indonesia, accessed April 13, 2026, https://repository.horizon.ac.id/items/show/11873.