W28-L1: Ethics 1 Flashcards
1
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What does respect for human dignity mean?
A
each human being is of equal moral worth, Recognition of this intrinsic value entails certain requirements regarding how people ought to be treated, or not treated
2
Q
What is autonomy?
A
Being responsible for one’s own life, independent, rational, an authentic self.
3
Q
What does informed consent represent?
A
Signifies/documents respect for autonomy
4
Q
T/F Respecting autonomy means deferring or restricting all decision- making responsibility to the patient
A
False, Patients may make decisions in concert with friends, family, doctors, etc.
5
Q
What is beneficence?
A
“Do good”,“help”,“produce a benefit”
6
Q
What is Non-maleficence?
A
Avoiding and minimizing harm, Unavoidable harms should be proportionate and justifiable
