HED 1320 Exam 2 Questions With
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T/F: Philosophers are in agreement as to what constitutes ethical behavior. -
ANSWER False
Deals with the allocation of resources: - ANSWER Procedural justice
The purpose of a professional code of ethics is to: - ANSWER provide a
framework of shared values in which health promotion is practiced
The study of knowledge is known as: - ANSWER epistemology
Which of the following was not one of the procedures identified by the authors
that a profession can put into place to help ensure ethical behavior by all? -
ANSWER Signing a loyalty pledge
When a health education specialist encourages a specific behavior because its
benefits far outweigh the potential for harm, which ethical principle has been
applied? - ANSWER Nonmaleficence
What are the three major areas of philosophy? - ANSWER Epistemology,
metaphysics, and ethics
T/F: True professions have the ability to sanction members who behave
unethically. - ANSWER True
The basic concept associated with the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act of 1996 is: - ANSWER privacy
Which one of the following health education/promotion professional
organizations was the FIRST to develop a written code of ethics? - ANSWER
Society for Public Health Education, Inc.
T/F: The "ideal" decision makes for the "best" decision. - ANSWER False
The final step of the ethical decision making is: - ANSWER choose your
alternative
Being aware that an ethical problem exists: - ANSWER moral sensitivity
, Steps 4, 5, and 6 in ethical decision making surrounds: - ANSWER viable
courses of action (alternatives)
T/F: With proper planning and training, all ethical problems can be avoided. -
ANSWER False
According to Mellert, aiming for the most noble ideals of humanity is an example
of having a sense of: - ANSWER the ideal
According to Mellert, being "aware that making moral decisions will impact
social relationships" is an example of having a sense of: - ANSWER social
relationships
"Annie is aware that, depending on what actions are taken, the parties impacted
by those actions are the employees, his/her supervisor, the organization and its
reputation, family members of the employees, and even Anne herself and her
supervisor." These conclusions are drawn after applying which steps in ethical
decision making? - ANSWER Step 2
1. Which of the following is the correct order of the ten steps in ethical decision
making?
(1). Choose, act on your choice, and monitor the results
(2). Consider the consequences of the alternatives
(3). Consider the nature of the alternatives
(4). Define the problem, identify the ethical issues, and seek answers to relevant
questions
(5). Identify alternatives
(6). Reflect on yourself
(7). Identify who will be affected
(8). Apply the categorical imperative
(9). Contemplate ultimate goals and ideals
(10). Reflect on your society and your environment - ANSWER 4, 7, 9, 5, 3, 2, 6,
10, 8, 1
accreditation - ANSWER process by which a recognized professional body
evaluates a UNIVERSITY professional preparation program
Which of the following was established to continue the work of the National Task
Force and establish a MORE PERMANENT structure to coordinate and oversee
the certification process? - ANSWER National Commission for Health Education
Credentialing (NCHEC)
How many continuing education contact hours are required each year, on
average, to maintain certification as a health education specialist? - ANSWER 15
Verified Answers
T/F: Philosophers are in agreement as to what constitutes ethical behavior. -
ANSWER False
Deals with the allocation of resources: - ANSWER Procedural justice
The purpose of a professional code of ethics is to: - ANSWER provide a
framework of shared values in which health promotion is practiced
The study of knowledge is known as: - ANSWER epistemology
Which of the following was not one of the procedures identified by the authors
that a profession can put into place to help ensure ethical behavior by all? -
ANSWER Signing a loyalty pledge
When a health education specialist encourages a specific behavior because its
benefits far outweigh the potential for harm, which ethical principle has been
applied? - ANSWER Nonmaleficence
What are the three major areas of philosophy? - ANSWER Epistemology,
metaphysics, and ethics
T/F: True professions have the ability to sanction members who behave
unethically. - ANSWER True
The basic concept associated with the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act of 1996 is: - ANSWER privacy
Which one of the following health education/promotion professional
organizations was the FIRST to develop a written code of ethics? - ANSWER
Society for Public Health Education, Inc.
T/F: The "ideal" decision makes for the "best" decision. - ANSWER False
The final step of the ethical decision making is: - ANSWER choose your
alternative
Being aware that an ethical problem exists: - ANSWER moral sensitivity
, Steps 4, 5, and 6 in ethical decision making surrounds: - ANSWER viable
courses of action (alternatives)
T/F: With proper planning and training, all ethical problems can be avoided. -
ANSWER False
According to Mellert, aiming for the most noble ideals of humanity is an example
of having a sense of: - ANSWER the ideal
According to Mellert, being "aware that making moral decisions will impact
social relationships" is an example of having a sense of: - ANSWER social
relationships
"Annie is aware that, depending on what actions are taken, the parties impacted
by those actions are the employees, his/her supervisor, the organization and its
reputation, family members of the employees, and even Anne herself and her
supervisor." These conclusions are drawn after applying which steps in ethical
decision making? - ANSWER Step 2
1. Which of the following is the correct order of the ten steps in ethical decision
making?
(1). Choose, act on your choice, and monitor the results
(2). Consider the consequences of the alternatives
(3). Consider the nature of the alternatives
(4). Define the problem, identify the ethical issues, and seek answers to relevant
questions
(5). Identify alternatives
(6). Reflect on yourself
(7). Identify who will be affected
(8). Apply the categorical imperative
(9). Contemplate ultimate goals and ideals
(10). Reflect on your society and your environment - ANSWER 4, 7, 9, 5, 3, 2, 6,
10, 8, 1
accreditation - ANSWER process by which a recognized professional body
evaluates a UNIVERSITY professional preparation program
Which of the following was established to continue the work of the National Task
Force and establish a MORE PERMANENT structure to coordinate and oversee
the certification process? - ANSWER National Commission for Health Education
Credentialing (NCHEC)
How many continuing education contact hours are required each year, on
average, to maintain certification as a health education specialist? - ANSWER 15
