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nramada

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on: Jul 8, 2018
The nurse is wondering if the cancer treatments might be more harmful than the progression of the disease because of the dangerous side effects of chemotherapy. What ethical principle is the nurse struggling with in this situation?
 
  A) Autonomy
  B) Beneficence
  C) Justice
  D) Nonmaleficence

Question 2

The principle of justice has two aspects, although most often discussions of health-related justice center on distributive justice. It would be important to remember that distributive justice is defined as:
 
  A) The commitment to tell the truth
  B) The arena of reward and punishment
  C) The fair distribution of rights and resources
  D) Faithful in making promises and steadfast in keeping them


Kdiggy

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Autonomy is the right of individuals to self-determination. Nonmaleficence is the avoidance of harm. Beneficence is the desire to act in the best interest of others. Justice is the fair distribution of rights and resources.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Distributive justice is based on the fair distribution of rights and resources. Retributive justice is the arena of reward and punishment. Veracity is the commitment to tell the truth. Fidelity is being faithful in making promises and steadfast in keeping them.


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