HCR 210 final questions with 100% correct answers

HCR 210 finalegoism - correct answer the tendency to see things in relation to oneself; self-centeredness Ethical Egoism - correct answer the belief that individuals should live their lives so as to maximize their own pleasure and minimize their own pain Theory of Objectivism - correct answer The theory of objectivism is not of large importance in healthcare field due to the idea that the healing ethic itself requires sublimation of self-interests to those of the patient Authority based Ethics Theories - correct answer Decisions about ethics (right or wrong are based on a central authority such as ideology or theology (Religion) Virtue Ethics - correct answer An ethical philosophy claiming that morality's primary function is to develop virtuous character autonomy - correct answer Ability to decide for oneself, people are free to make their own decisions. Failure to respect the personhood of others and making decisions without their consent is known as paternalism Beneficence - correct answer Practice of doing the good thing. Taking positive action to help others; desire to do good "...benefit oath" Nonmaleficence - correct answer do no harm Justice - correct answer The etymology suggest more than just fairness and the words just and justice includes elements of righteousness, Fair and equitable treatments