The obligation to do no harm to another is known as
a. autonomy c. beneficence
b. nonmaleficence d. veracity
B
Nonmaleficence is defined as the principle of doing no harm. Autonomy is the respect for an individual's right to self-determination or respect for individual liberty. Beneficence is defined as the duty to do good to others and to maintain balance between benefits. Veracity is defined as the obligation to tell the truth.
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