The health care team is confronted with an ethical dilemma surrounding the types of care available for a particular patient. The team decides to apply ethical principles to determine the best course of action for this patient
This is an example of which ethical theory? 1. Deontological theories
2. Principlism
3. Utilitarianism
4. Teleological
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Rationale 1: Deontological theories derive norms and rules from the duties human beings owe to one another by virtue of commitments made and roles assumed.
Rationale 2: Principlism incorporates existing ethical principles and attempts to resolve conflicts by applying one or more of the principles.
Rationale 3: Utilitarianism is another term for teleological theories and can be divided into "rule" and "act" utilitarianism.
Rationale 4: Teleological theories derive norms or rules for conduct from the consequences of actions.
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a. stroke. b. history of stroke. c. chest discomfort. d. shortness of breath.
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A) increased glycosuria. B) normal changes of aging. C) fluid overload. D) impairment of drug excretion.
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a. Lanugo. b. Vascular nevi. c. Nevus flammeus. d. Mongolian spots.
When documenting care with a computerized system, confidentiality is no longer a concern
True False