Which statement best reflects the ethical principle of beneficence in nursing aide practice?

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Acting with the intent to help and benefit the patient in all care activities. Beneficence means acting with the intent to help and benefit patients—this is the core of ethical care. Prioritizing speed (A) over benefit is wrong. Avoiding harm is non-maleficence (B), a different but related principle. Conditional care based on cooperation (D) violates ethical duties.