Which of the following ethical theories is illustrated by the example of triage in disaster nursing?
a. Deontology
b. Principalism
c. Utilitarianism
d. Virtue ethics
ANS: C
A
Deontology states that an act is moral if it originates from good will.
B
Principalism is the use of ethical principles in decision making.
C
Triage in disasters requires decisions to be made on how to do the greatest good for the greatest number of people. A main tenet of utilitarian ethics is that right or useful actions bring about the greatest good for the greatest number of people.
D
Virtue ethics refers to character traits of the decision maker, such as honesty, courage, kindness, and integrity.
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