Phil 434 Medical Ethics & Issues
Final (Latest 2026/2027 Update)
Questions & Answers | Grade A
| 100% Correct - WCU
This PHIL 434 Medical Ethics & Issues final exam at West Coast University
typically includes short answer questions, scenario-based reflections
on ethical dilemmas (e.g., HIV/AIDS prevention), and a final research
paper, often focusing on topics like physician-assisted suicide,
abortion, or medical tourism. It evaluates understanding of ethical
theories like Utilitarianism applied to complex healthcare
issues.
Final Exam & Course Components
Scenario-Based Reflection: Analysis of ethical dilemmas such as
mandatory HIV testing, balancing privacy with public health.
Short Answer Questions: Testing definitions and concepts, including
topics like medical tourism.
Ethical Theories: Applications of utilitarianism, deontology, and
justice to patient rights, confidentiality, and resource allocation.
Common Topics Covered
Physician-Assisted Suicide (PAS): Legal and moral
implications.
Abortion Ethics: Moral status and legal considerations.
Reproductive Technology & Genetics: Ethical, social, and legal
issues.
Public Health & Resource Allocation: Access, equity, and safety.
1
, Quiz_________________?
Utilitarianism -
Answer
one should act in accordance with the greatest good for the
greatest number of people. (MAXIMUM UTILITY) for all parties
involved.
Quiz_________________?
Virtue Ethics -
Answer
Virtuous (good) acts are the product of habitual good
character; if you have put in the work to develop overall good
character, then whatever specific choice you make will be
right.
Quiz_________________?
Kantian Ethics -
Answer
the things we must do all the time no matter what to be a good
person.
2
, Quiz_________________?
Moral Relativism -
Answer
the view that moral judgments are true or false, and that no
standpoint is uniquely privileged over all others.
Quiz_________________?
Libertarianism -
Answer
maximize autonomy and political freedom, and minimize
government ruling; emphasizing free association and freedom
of choice.
Quiz_________________?
Ethics of Care -
Answer
Caring is the basis for human relationships. The one giving
care has to address the needs/reality of the person being cared
for.
3
, Quiz_________________?
autonomy -
Answer
The right to choice. The right to make decisions about one's
own life and body without coercion by others.
Quiz_________________?
Beneficence -
Answer
refers to actions that promote the well-being of others.
professionals should benefit a party.
Quiz_________________?
Non-maleficence -
Answer
refers to the avoidance of harming or hurting others. do not kill,
cause pain, or suffering.
Quiz_________________?
Justice -
4
Final (Latest 2026/2027 Update)
Questions & Answers | Grade A
| 100% Correct - WCU
This PHIL 434 Medical Ethics & Issues final exam at West Coast University
typically includes short answer questions, scenario-based reflections
on ethical dilemmas (e.g., HIV/AIDS prevention), and a final research
paper, often focusing on topics like physician-assisted suicide,
abortion, or medical tourism. It evaluates understanding of ethical
theories like Utilitarianism applied to complex healthcare
issues.
Final Exam & Course Components
Scenario-Based Reflection: Analysis of ethical dilemmas such as
mandatory HIV testing, balancing privacy with public health.
Short Answer Questions: Testing definitions and concepts, including
topics like medical tourism.
Ethical Theories: Applications of utilitarianism, deontology, and
justice to patient rights, confidentiality, and resource allocation.
Common Topics Covered
Physician-Assisted Suicide (PAS): Legal and moral
implications.
Abortion Ethics: Moral status and legal considerations.
Reproductive Technology & Genetics: Ethical, social, and legal
issues.
Public Health & Resource Allocation: Access, equity, and safety.
1
, Quiz_________________?
Utilitarianism -
Answer
one should act in accordance with the greatest good for the
greatest number of people. (MAXIMUM UTILITY) for all parties
involved.
Quiz_________________?
Virtue Ethics -
Answer
Virtuous (good) acts are the product of habitual good
character; if you have put in the work to develop overall good
character, then whatever specific choice you make will be
right.
Quiz_________________?
Kantian Ethics -
Answer
the things we must do all the time no matter what to be a good
person.
2
, Quiz_________________?
Moral Relativism -
Answer
the view that moral judgments are true or false, and that no
standpoint is uniquely privileged over all others.
Quiz_________________?
Libertarianism -
Answer
maximize autonomy and political freedom, and minimize
government ruling; emphasizing free association and freedom
of choice.
Quiz_________________?
Ethics of Care -
Answer
Caring is the basis for human relationships. The one giving
care has to address the needs/reality of the person being cared
for.
3
, Quiz_________________?
autonomy -
Answer
The right to choice. The right to make decisions about one's
own life and body without coercion by others.
Quiz_________________?
Beneficence -
Answer
refers to actions that promote the well-being of others.
professionals should benefit a party.
Quiz_________________?
Non-maleficence -
Answer
refers to the avoidance of harming or hurting others. do not kill,
cause pain, or suffering.
Quiz_________________?
Justice -
4
