Bioethics Quiz 5, Questions With Answers

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Bioethics Quiz 5, Questions With Answers. Question 1 1 / 1 pts Which of the following statements is true of the ethic of respect for persons? The ethic of respect for persons states that treatment ... can be stopped in cases where there is no hope for improvement of an incapacitating condition. Correct! The ethic of respect for persons focuses on the moral structure or form of an action. The ethic of respect for persons is derived to a great extent from the Hippocratic ethics. The ethic of respect for persons states that an action that benefits an individual is acceptable even if it violates certain rights and duties. The ethic of respect for persons focuses on production of good consequences and avoiding evil ones. Question 2 1 / 1 pts Which of the following actions exemplifies the respect for persons view of confidentiality? A physician shares confidential information with a patient's family members as it would benefit the patient. A physician does not notify the police about a female patient being subjected to domestic violence because she feels it would cause psychological damage to the patient. A physician shares confidential patient information with the patient's spouse in the hope of reducing caregiver stress. A physician shares confidential patient information with [Show More]

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