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What is a key reason Sherlane urges the student to stop using steroids?
What is a key reason Sherlane urges the student to stop using steroids?
- It is against the school's policy to use steroids.
- Sherlane wants the student to have a fair chance at winning.
- The student will not perform as well without steroids.
- Using steroids can lead to serious health risks. (correct)
What conflicting loyalty does the physician face regarding the student's steroid use?
What conflicting loyalty does the physician face regarding the student's steroid use?
- Loyalty to the parents versus loyalty to the team's success.
- Loyalty to the student versus loyalty to the coach.
- Loyalty to the medical profession versus loyalty to sports ethics.
- Loyalty to the school district’s policies versus loyalty to the student’s autonomy. (correct)
What argument does the student use to justify his steroid use?
What argument does the student use to justify his steroid use?
- He feels that the state championship is not important enough to jeopardize his health.
- He implies that he has a medical condition that necessitates steroid use.
- He believes he can make the team without any performance enhancement.
- He argues that everyone else is using steroids, making it unfair to compete without them. (correct)
What ethical principle might the physician invoke to justify overriding the student's autonomy?
What ethical principle might the physician invoke to justify overriding the student's autonomy?
Which outcome does the loyalty to the school district suggest could happen if the student's steroid use is reported?
Which outcome does the loyalty to the school district suggest could happen if the student's steroid use is reported?
What is the primary goal of the zero-tolerance drug policies in Sherlane's school district?
What is the primary goal of the zero-tolerance drug policies in Sherlane's school district?
What is a key potential consequence of the 'Do Nothing' option for Sherlane?
What is a key potential consequence of the 'Do Nothing' option for Sherlane?
What is necessary for Sherlane if she decides to report Donald to law enforcement?
What is necessary for Sherlane if she decides to report Donald to law enforcement?
Which of the following best describes the desired outcome of Option 3 for Sherlane?
Which of the following best describes the desired outcome of Option 3 for Sherlane?
What is a potential disadvantage of the zero-tolerance policy mentioned in the document?
What is a potential disadvantage of the zero-tolerance policy mentioned in the document?
What ethical consideration should Sherlane prioritize when deciding whether to ask Donald about steroid use?
What ethical consideration should Sherlane prioritize when deciding whether to ask Donald about steroid use?
What might be a consequence of Sherlane not addressing her observations about muscle hypertrophy?
What might be a consequence of Sherlane not addressing her observations about muscle hypertrophy?
Which aspect of Sherlane's role complicates her decision to inquire about steroids?
Which aspect of Sherlane's role complicates her decision to inquire about steroids?
In this scenario, what is a possible conflict that Sherlane faces?
In this scenario, what is a possible conflict that Sherlane faces?
What is a potential risk for Sherlane if she decides to thoroughly investigate steroid use?
What is a potential risk for Sherlane if she decides to thoroughly investigate steroid use?
What is the primary focus of the deliberation and decision step in the decision-making process?
What is the primary focus of the deliberation and decision step in the decision-making process?
Which option emphasizes the decision-maker's responsibilities to the student and school?
Which option emphasizes the decision-maker's responsibilities to the student and school?
Which of the following options involves no formal record of the discussion?
Which of the following options involves no formal record of the discussion?
What is a key distinction emphasized in the action step of the decision-making process?
What is a key distinction emphasized in the action step of the decision-making process?
What is the potential outcome of discussing the situation with the coach according to the options provided?
What is the potential outcome of discussing the situation with the coach according to the options provided?
What is the primary purpose of reflecting on the decision-making process after an action has been taken?
What is the primary purpose of reflecting on the decision-making process after an action has been taken?
Which of the following best describes autonomy?
Which of the following best describes autonomy?
Which group of individuals is specifically mentioned as lacking autonomy?
Which group of individuals is specifically mentioned as lacking autonomy?
What is a significant limitation of predicting future outcomes after a decision?
What is a significant limitation of predicting future outcomes after a decision?
What is the key implication of an individual lacking autonomy on their decision-making?
What is the key implication of an individual lacking autonomy on their decision-making?
What does moral autonomy primarily refer to?
What does moral autonomy primarily refer to?
Which of the following best describes the consequence of respecting moral autonomy in a therapeutic context?
Which of the following best describes the consequence of respecting moral autonomy in a therapeutic context?
In the case of Mrs. S, what can be inferred about her refusal to continue therapy?
In the case of Mrs. S, what can be inferred about her refusal to continue therapy?
What aspect of patient care does respecting moral autonomy NOT include?
What aspect of patient care does respecting moral autonomy NOT include?
What characteristic of Mrs. S's experience challenges the concept of respecting her autonomy?
What characteristic of Mrs. S's experience challenges the concept of respecting her autonomy?
What is a primary characteristic of medical paternalism?
What is a primary characteristic of medical paternalism?
Which example best illustrates the concept of weak paternalism?
Which example best illustrates the concept of weak paternalism?
What ethical issue does the act of performing ROM exercises against a patient's wishes exemplify?
What ethical issue does the act of performing ROM exercises against a patient's wishes exemplify?
Medical paternalism can often lead to which negative outcome in a patient-physician relationship?
Medical paternalism can often lead to which negative outcome in a patient-physician relationship?
Which scenario is least likely to be classified as an example of medical paternalism?
Which scenario is least likely to be classified as an example of medical paternalism?
What is a key characteristic of strong paternalism?
What is a key characteristic of strong paternalism?
In which circumstance is strong paternalism most commonly accepted?
In which circumstance is strong paternalism most commonly accepted?
What is a prominent concern regarding the application of strong paternalism in medicine?
What is a prominent concern regarding the application of strong paternalism in medicine?
What may be a justification for employing strong paternalism in healthcare settings?
What may be a justification for employing strong paternalism in healthcare settings?
Which of the following best describes the ethical implications of strong paternalism?
Which of the following best describes the ethical implications of strong paternalism?
What is the primary role of information in the informed consent process?
What is the primary role of information in the informed consent process?
Which of the following statements best describes voluntariness in informed consent?
Which of the following statements best describes voluntariness in informed consent?
What does competence refer to in the context of informed consent?
What does competence refer to in the context of informed consent?
Informed consent must be viewed as an ongoing process because:
Informed consent must be viewed as an ongoing process because:
What is a significant aspect of giving relevant information to patients?
What is a significant aspect of giving relevant information to patients?
Study Notes
Ethical Dilemma
- A physical therapist is treating a wrestler who is using anabolic steroids and is showing visible signs of it.
- She has to decide whether to report him to law enforcement based on school policy
- The wrestler's autonomy vs. the therapist's duty to promote health and the school policy must be weighed.
- She can choose between reporting the student, doing nothing, or continuing to talk to him.
Options for Addressing the Situation
- The text presents several options for addressing the situation.
- These include:
- Reporting the student to law enforcement
- Talking to the coach
- Discussing the issue informally with the principal
- Speaking to the parents
- Reporting the situation to the principal with documentation -Doing Nothing
Medical Paternalism
- The text discusses medical paternalism, where a doctor might override a patient's wishes to promote their well-being.
- Strong paternalism: Interferes with a person's liberty to promote their good, even against their will (e.g., amputating a gangrenous leg).
- Weak paternalism: Interfering with a patient's freedom to prevent self-harm (e.g., stopping someone from walking into traffic).
Informed Consent
- The text discusses informed consent, where a patient has a right to know their treatment options and refuse them.
- 3 conditions must be met for informed consent: Information, Voluntariness, and Competence.
- This includes information on:
- The proposed therapy and alternative therapies
- Risks and benefits of the proposed therapy and alternative therapies
- Financial costs.
- Additional information the patient requests.
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Description
This quiz explores the ethical dilemmas faced by a physical therapist treating a wrestler using anabolic steroids. It examines the balance between patient autonomy, the therapist's duty to promote health, and adherence to school policy. Participants will analyze various options for addressing the situation, including reporting and communication strategies.
