The physician who insists on providing treatment in spite of the client's wishes because he "knows best" is reflecting:
a. autonomy.
b. beneficence.
c. justice.
d. paternalism.
ANS: D
Correct: Paternalism is an action and an attitude wherein the provider tries to act on behalf of the client and believes that his or her actions are justified because of a commitment to act in the best interest of the client. Paternalism is a reflection of the "father knows best" way of thinking.
Incorrect:
a. Autonomy is the principle of respect for the individual person.
b. Beneficence means promoting goodness, kindness, and charity.
c. Justice states that like cases should be treated alike and equals ought to be treated equally.
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