The Kantian maxim requiring that no action be judged as right, which cannot reasonably become a law by which every person should always abide, is known as:
a. the categorical imperative.
c. deontology.
b. the practical imperative.
d. utilitarianism.
A
You might also like to view...
The nurse is reviewing the function of the cranial nerves (CNs). Which CN is responsible for conducting nerve impulses to the brain from the organ of Corti?
a. I b. III c. VIII d. XI
The nurse is caring for a client who denies having pain. The nurse notices the client grimacing and clenching his teeth when moving
The client's spouse has asked the nurse why some people deny obvious pain. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate? 1. "You should try to find out why your husband is denying the pain." 2. "Have you talked to the healthcare provider about this?" 3. "Some people feel reporting their pain is a sign of weakness." 4. "Maybe we are wrong and pain is not really bad."
The home care nurse is concerned that an older patient is at risk for a kitchen fire. What actions can the nurse recommend to reduce the risk of this occurring? (Select all that apply.)
A) Avoid placing electrical items near a water source B) Instruct the patient to stay in the kitchen while cooking C) Encourage the use of meal delivery services to reduce cooking D) Recommend the use of a timer to check the food on the stove E) Suggest a microwave be used to heat liquids and not the stove
What was the purpose of the MD giving Mr. N the potassium chloride? Explain your answer