Medical Ethics and Patient Confidentiality

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What is the primary concern that challenges the principle of confidentiality in healthcare?

Preventing harm to others (correct)
Respecting the patient's right to privacy
Protecting the autonomy of the patient
Maintaining the trust of the patient

In the scenario involving the doctor and the HIV/AIDS patient, what ethical principle is being contested?

Autonomy
Beneficence
Justice
Non-maleficence (correct)

What is the potential legal implication of the doctor's decision not to disclose the patient's HIV status?

Loss of medical license
Criminal charges for withholding information
Lawsuits from the patient's wife and offspring (correct)
Civil liability for negligence

What decision-making framework may be used to justify breaching confidentiality in certain circumstances?

Principlism (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the moral distress that the doctor may experience as a result of their decision?

Duty to maintain confidentiality vs. duty to protect third parties (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the Tarasoff case, what was the court's ruling regarding the duty to warn?

Therapists have a duty to warn potential victims (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary ethical principle involved in respecting John's wishes for privacy?

Autonomy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of consulting with the ethics committee in John's case?

To explore diverse perspectives and gain a comprehensive understanding (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of the 'Isolate' step in the Five I's Ethical Decision-Making Tool?

To balance conflicting perspectives and find a middle ground (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to review hospital policies and legal regulations in John's case?

To avoid legal repercussions and ensure adherence to regulations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary limitation of an economic approach in deciding on healthcare issues?

It is inadequate in addressing the complex moral dimensions of healthcare (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of engaging with John in a sensitive conversation about his wishes?

To understand his perspective and ensure his wishes are respected (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental principle underlying the concept of informed consent?

Respect for patient autonomy (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Five I's Ethical Decision-Making Tool?

To balance conflicting perspectives and make a comprehensive decision (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of discussing the three senses of the right to healthcare?

To explore the complex moral and ethical dimensions of healthcare access (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of moral distress management in healthcare?

Managing the emotional and psychological toll of moral dilemmas on healthcare providers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary legal consideration in healthcare ethics?

The mitigation of legal liability (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of decision-making frameworks in healthcare ethics?

To facilitate the consideration of ethical principles and values (D) Signup and view all the answers