Lynn asks her doctor to tell her everything he knows about her condition. She thinks not knowing the truth is more painful than having all the facts. Lynn is asking her doctor to use the ________ framework for providing patients with information.

A. strict paternalism
B. benevolent deception
C. unmitigated honesty
D. contractual honesty


Answer: C

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