Deck 2: The Basics of Ethics

Question 1

Who is the most important person in the healthcare organization's code of ethics?

A) Healthcare professional
B) Patient
C) Physician
D) Hospital administrator

Answer 1

Patient

Question 2

This type of ethics theory emphasizes the specific person and does not consider the general population.

A) Teleology
B) Deontology
C) Rights-based ethics
D) Justice-based ethics

Answer 2

Rights-based ethics

Question 3

Principles that individuals choose to live by are called

A) integrity.
B) values.
C) utilitarianism.
D) tolerance.

Answer 3

values.

Question 4

Actions that show respect for human dignity, such as being honest and putting the patient first, reflect which of the following principles?

A) Integrity
B) Justice
C) Beneficence
D) Nonmaleficence

Question 5

If there is one heart available for transplant and healthcare professionals must make the decision as to who gets the heart by treating everyone fairly, which ethical principle is involved?

A) Integrity
B) Beneficence
C) Nonmaleficence
D) Justice

Question 6

In the seven-step decision-making model, what is the first step that should be taken?

A) Determine the exact ethical issue involved.
B) Determine the rules, laws, principles, or values are involved.
C) Determine all the facts of the situation.
D) List all possible courses of action.

Question 7

When healthcare professionals attempt to improve the situations surrounding the patient, they are practicing which of the following principles?

A) Autonomy
B) Beneficence
C) Bioethics
D) Nonmaleficence

Question 8

Ethical theory based on the greatest good for the greatest number is called

A) integrity.
B) values.
C) utilitarianism.
D) tolerance.

Question 9

What is the first question one should ask when making ethical business decisions?

A) Is it true?
B) Is it legal?
C) Is it balanced?
D) How does it make me feel?

Question 10

In Dr. Bernard Lo's clinical model method of decision making, one should first

A) clarify the ethical issue.
B) determine the pros and cons of each option.
C) determine the exact ethical issue involved.
D) gather information.

Question 11

The definition of ethics is

A) the values that influence human behavior.
B) tying our actions to what is right or wrong.
C) one's moral principles.
D) All of the options

Question 12

The reason that most people enter the healthcare field is grounded in the principle of

A) nonmaleficence.
B) integrity.
C) beneficence.
D) justice.

Question 13

The principle of "doing no harm" is called

A) integrity.
B) beneficence.
C) nonmaleficence.
D) autonomy.

Question 14

Unwavering adherence to an individual's values and principles with dedication to high standards is

A) integrity.
B) values.
C) utilitarianism.
D) tolerance.

Question 15

"Justice is blind" ethics theory is considered

A) teleology.
B) virtue-based ethics.
C) rights-based ethics.
D) justice-based ethics.

Question 16

Ethics committees formed at large healthcare facilities

A) make decisions with the physicians' input only.
B) make decisions based on logic and the codes and standards of the facility.
C) make decisions based on emotions.
D) make decisions with the patient's input only.

Question 17

A nurse rushes to help a shooting victim and taking the chance that she may also get shot. This is an example of which of the following ethical theories?

A) Rights
B) Duty
C) Utilitarianism
D) Virtue

Question 18

This ethics theory is based on character traits and qualities of individuals.

A) Teleology
B) Virtue-based ethics
C) Rights-based ethics
D) Justice-based ethics

Question 19

This ethical theory is based on the obligation of the individual to perform his or her responsibility no matter the circumstance.

A) Teleology
B) Deontology
C) Rights-based ethics
D) Justice-based ethics

Question 20

Values are

A) thoughts a person has.
B) principles one chooses to live by.
C) knowing right from wrong.
D) one's integrity.

Question 21

Which principle describes what is consistent and fair to everybody?

A) Beneficence
B) Nonmaleficence
C) Autonomy
D) Justice

Question 22

Which of the following refers to the regulation of professional activities defined under state law?

A) Code of ethics
B) Hippocratic oath
C) Standard of care
D) Standards of practice

Question 23

An important program each healthcare facility should have is

A) an open policy to speak to any physician.
B) educational assistance for continuing education.
C) employee benefits that include healthcare.
D) quality assurance programs.

Question 24

What is accreditation?

A) Officially recognizing a person or organization for meeting standards established by an industry
B) Obtaining enough continuing education credits
C) Recognizing the achievements of healthcare providers publicly
D) Recognizing a healthcare provider for their years of service

Question 25

What is the difference between ethics and laws?

A) Illegal acts are most likely unethical.
B) Unethical acts are illegal.
C) Ethical acts are legal.
D) Legal acts are ethical.