Autonomy is considered one of the seven universal principles of health care ethics. Which of the following is an example of autonomy?
A. A health care practitioner makes competent decisions related to patient care.
B. A housekeeper in the hospital performs duties following safety procedures.
C. A surgeon tells the patient that the surgery could result in death.
D. A physician performs health care screenings for impoverished patients.
E. An x-ray technician follows HIPAA regulations when displaying x-rays.
Answer: A
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