Chapter 46 - Clinical Ethics for Obstetric Sonography

Question 1

self-governing or self-directing freedom and especially moral independence; the right of persons to choose and to have their choices respected

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autonomy

Question 2

bringing about good by maximizing benefits and minimizing possible harm

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beneficence

Question 3

holding information in confidence; respect for privacy

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confidentiality

Question 4

the study of what is good and bad and of moral duty and obligation; systematic reflection on and analysis of morality

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ethics

Question 5

providing complete information and ensuring comprehension and voluntary consent by a patient or subject to a required or experimental medical procedure

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informed consent

Question 6

adherence to moral and ethical principles

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integrity

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the ethical principle that requires fair distribution of benefits and burdens; an injustice occurs when a benefit to which a person is entitled is withheld or when a burden is unfairly imposed

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justice

Question 8

the protection of cherished values that relate to how persons interact and live in peace

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morality

Question 9

refraining from harming oneself or others

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nonmaleficence

Question 10

incorporates both respect for the autonomy of individuals and the requirement to protect those with diminished autonomy

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respect for persons

Question 11

truthfulness, honesty

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veracity