17 Questions
What does procedural justice involve for physical therapists?
Knowing and following the laws and rules of the country
Which of the following actions reflects distributive justice in healthcare?
Sharing rare resources in a fair manner
What ethical principle involves keeping promises in healthcare?
Truthfulness
In ethical terms, what does favoring one patient over another represent?
Justice violation
Which action by a doctor goes against distributive justice in healthcare?
Treating private patients only
What does the principle of non-maleficence in healthcare emphasize?
Avoiding intentionally causing harm to patients
Which situation is an example of medical paternalism?
Making decisions for the patient without involving them
What conflict is created by paternalism in healthcare?
Conflict between autonomy and beneficence
In healthcare, what does beneficence refer to?
Taking actions that are in the best interest of the patient
Which action contradicts the principle of beneficence in healthcare?
Ignoring a patient's request for pain relief
What is a key responsibility of healthcare professionals towards patients?
Avoiding harm to patients through negligence or dislike
What is the ethical principle that focuses on doing good and promoting well-being?
Beneficence
Which of the following ethical principles ensures that healthcare professionals do not cause harm to their patients?
Maleficence
What concept in ethics refers to the unintentional harm that may result from an action that is morally permissible?
Double effect
In the context of healthcare, which ethical principle ensures fair and equal treatment of all patients, regardless of their background or circumstances?
Justice
What is one of the core responsibilities of healthcare professionals towards their patients?
To ensure patient autonomy and informed decision-making
Which principle requires healthcare professionals to weigh the benefits and risks of a procedure before recommending it to a patient?
Maleficence
This quiz covers key principles of justice in physical therapy, including procedural justice, distributive justice, and examples of actions that go against justice. Test your knowledge on how laws and resources are applied and allocated in the field.
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