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Definition of Medical Ethics

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What is the primary focus of medical ethics?

Providing a framework for ethical decision-making in healthcare (correct)

Establishing trust between patients and healthcare professionals

Analyzing moral principles in society

Promoting healthcare services

How do morals differ from ethics?

Morals are individual beliefs, while ethics involve systematic study of principles. (correct)

Morals are shaped by societal influences, while ethics are shaped by personal beliefs.

Morals reflect cultural values, while ethics reflect professional standards.

Morals guide behavior in healthcare, while ethics guide behavior in society.

Why is ethics considered fundamental in patient care?

To enhance the reputation of healthcare facilities

To speed up the delivery of medical treatments

To increase the profitability of healthcare services

To maintain the quality and integrity of healthcare services (correct)

What role does morality play in shaping an individual's actions?

Morality defines the internal compass for distinguishing good and bad actions Signup and view all the answers

How does medical ethics contribute to the trustworthiness of healthcare services?

By providing a framework for ethical decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What does the principle of autonomy in medical ethics emphasize?

Respecting a person's capacity for self-determination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of beneficence in healthcare?

Providing vaccinations to prevent infectious diseases Signup and view all the answers

How does the principle of beneficence impact cancer treatment decisions?

It guides decisions to maximize patient well-being Signup and view all the answers

Which action best exemplifies adherence to the principle of non-maleficence?

Ensuring patient safety by avoiding harm or risks Signup and view all the answers

How does informed consent relate to the principle of autonomy in medical ethics?

It upholds a patient's right to make informed decisions about their healthcare Signup and view all the answers