#1
In healthcare decision-making, what does the principle of beneficence emphasize?
Maintaining patient confidentiality.
Minimizing healthcare costs.
Acting in the best interest of the patient.
Disclosing all medical errors to the patient.
#2
Which ethical principle involves fair distribution of healthcare resources and services?
Autonomy
Justice
Beneficence
Nonmaleficence
#3
In healthcare decision-making, what does the principle of fidelity emphasize?
The duty to maintain patient confidentiality.
The duty to act in the best interest of the patient.
The duty to respect patient autonomy.
The duty to keep promises and commitments made to patients.
#4
What does the principle of confidentiality entail in healthcare?
Ensuring that patients receive adequate healthcare services.
Respecting the privacy of patient information.
Administering medical treatments without patient consent.
Prioritizing the healthcare provider's interests over patient confidentiality.
#5
What is the primary goal of the principle of beneficence in healthcare ethics?
To prioritize the healthcare provider's interests over the patient's.
To prevent harm and promote the well-being of patients.
To withhold necessary medical treatment from patients.
To disregard patient preferences in decision-making.
#6
Which of the following best defines the principle of autonomy in healthcare ethics?
Respecting the decisions of competent individuals regarding their own healthcare.
Providing equal treatment to all patients regardless of their personal preferences.
Prioritizing the well-being of the healthcare provider over the patient.
Administering medical treatment without the patient's consent.
#7
What is the primary goal of the principle of nonmaleficence in healthcare ethics?
To maximize healthcare profits.
To prevent harm to patients.
To ensure equal access to healthcare services.
To prioritize the interests of the healthcare provider.
#8
What does the principle of veracity emphasize in healthcare ethics?
The duty to provide adequate healthcare to all patients.
The duty to be honest and truthful with patients.
The duty to prioritize the healthcare provider's interests.
The duty to respect patient autonomy at all times.
#9
Which of the following is an example of a breach of patient confidentiality?
Sharing patient information with authorized healthcare professionals.
Providing patients with access to their own medical records.
Discussing patient cases with colleagues in a private setting.
Revealing a patient's medical history to unauthorized individuals.
#10
What is the primary aim of the principle of distributive justice in healthcare ethics?
To ensure fair allocation of healthcare resources.
To prioritize individual patient preferences.
To maximize healthcare provider autonomy.
To minimize healthcare costs for society.
#11
Which of the following scenarios best represents a conflict between the principles of autonomy and beneficence?
A patient refuses a life-saving treatment.
A healthcare provider discloses confidential patient information.
A patient demands unnecessary medical tests.
A healthcare provider makes a medical error but chooses not to inform the patient.
#12
Which of the following ethical principles is most closely related to the concept of cultural competence in healthcare?
Justice
Veracity
Autonomy
Respect for diversity
#13
What is the primary goal of the principle of respect for diversity in healthcare ethics?
To promote equal access to healthcare services for all patients.
To ensure that patients receive appropriate medical treatment.
To acknowledge and accommodate the diverse backgrounds and values of patients.
To prioritize the healthcare provider's cultural preferences.
#14
What is the primary aim of the principle of paternalism in healthcare ethics?
To prioritize the healthcare provider's interests.
To promote patient autonomy and self-determination.
To make medical decisions on behalf of patients without their consent.
To act in the best interest of the patient, even if it involves overriding their autonomy.