Differentiate between the theoretical positions of utilitarianism, egalitarianism, and libertarianism as they relate to the distribution of health care


Egalitarian theories emphasize equal access to goods and services. Utilitarian theories emphasize a mixture of criteria so that public utility is maximized. Public utility is defined in the phrase "the greatest good for the greatest number.". Libertarian theories emphasize personal rights to social and economic liberty. They are not as concerned with how the material goods and services are distributed, only that the choice of allocation be freely chosen.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The terms consent and authorize are both used in the HIPAA privacy rule. What does authorization mean?

A. It is a specific document that gives permission to use or disclose PHI. B. Signing the facility's NPP gives the right to release information. C. There is not a difference between consent and authorization. D. All of these

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In 1967, what entity devised the original living will?

A. California Supreme Court B. American Hospital Association C. Oregon legislature D. Euthanasia Society E. U.S. Supreme Court

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One out of ____ people in the United States will get hepatitis B sometime during their lives.

A. 10 B. 20 C. 50 D. 100

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