Identify the two main ethical theories and briefly define each.

What will be an ideal response?


utilitarianism - proposes that everyone, including persons, organizations, or society in general, should make choices that promote the greatest balance of good over harm for everyone

deontology - asserts that ethical decision making is based on moral rules and unchanging principles that are derived from reason and can be applied universally

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A) DOT placards B) MSDS C) CAMEO tags D) NFPA 704 system

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Details of a surgical procedure are given by ________ teaching, which also includes restrictions on diet and activity needed before and after surgery. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Capsules Suppositories Gels Creams

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