Ethics Final

With the reproductive technology today, what is the highest number of "parents" one child can technically have? a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5 e. 6

6

Approximately _____ of high risk patients will die within a year of the transplant. a. 30% b. 40% c. 60% d. 70% e. 85%

70%

One organ donor can save up to ____ lives. a. 3 b. 4 c. 6 d. 7 e. 8

8

Which of the following are considered benefits that could be achieved in researching cloned embryos? a. Creating tissues that can be matched to individuals b. Creating organs that can be matched to individuals c. Creating cloned embryonic stem cell models for research on specific human diseases d. Being able to use cloned embryonic stem cells for research on human reproduction and development. e. All of the above

All of the Above

According to the American Medical Association, organ donation is allocated based on the which of the following factors? a. Likelihood of benefit b. Urgency of need c. Change in quality of life d. Duration of benefit e. All of the above

All of the above

In the case of reproductive technology, ethical positions should be grounded upon consideration of which of the following aspects? a. What furthers the good of potential children b. What furthers the good of the individual parents c. The moral health and common good of the larger society d. What furthers the good of the children's families e. All of the above

All of the above

True of False: According to the textbook, there are 50 different ways to make a baby.

False

True or False: Abuse and violence have a much higher incidence in persons without dementia, compared to those with dementia.

False

True or False: According to the text, abortion is considered a private affair.

False

True or False: From 1975-1995, following the successful cloning of frogs by British scientist Dr. Gurdon, the enthusiasm regarding animal cloning increased among scientists.

False

True or False: It is considered ethical to involuntarily screen patients.

False

True or False: Society allocates organ donation based on ageism, ability to pay, and urgency of need.

False

True or False: Testing is used in patients who are not showing any signs and symptoms of disease.

False

True or False: The conservative approach to reproductive technology states that the person is free to exercise their reproductive rights without interference.

False

True or False: The interpretation of the test is based entirely on scientific fact.

False

Which of the following are alternatives to abortion, as suggested by the text. Please select ALL that apply. 1. Social support 2. Financial support 3. Psychological support 4. Medical support. 5. Religious support. 6. Social support 7. Financial support 8. Psychological support 9. Medical support. 10. Religious support.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Which of the following are considered issues with test accuracy. Please select all that apply. (NOTE: YOU MAY SELECT MORE THAN ONE ANSWER). 1. Differences in laboratories 2. Different methods of testing 3. Different technicians performing the tests 4. Carelessness 5. Properly calibrated equipment 6. Poor specimens

1, 2, 3, 4, 6

There are between _____ and _____ dying or permanently unconscious patients who are maintained on sustenance supplied artificially by tubes. a. 1,000; 6,000 b. 5,000; 10,000 c. 10,000; 60,000 d. 100,000; 600,000

10,000; 60,000

The Patient Self Determination Act was developed in ______. a. 1950 b. 1960 c. 1880 d. 1990 e. 1890

1990

The textbook dicussed several safeguards and guidelines for a policy of Assisted Death. Which of the following are examples of the safeguard and guidelines discussed. Please select all that apply. (NOTE: YOU MAY SELECT MORE THAN ONE ANSWER). 1. Patient must have a curable condition and is associated with severe suffering without hope of relief 2. Physician assisted suicide must ensure the patients judgment is not distorted- must be competent 3. The patient must express a clear and repeated request to die that is not coerced (emotionally or financially) 4. All reasonable comfort-oriented measures must have been considered or tried 5. PAS must be carried out only in the context of a meaningful physician-patient relationship 6. Consultation must be obtained from another physician to ensure that the patient's request is voluntary and rational

2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Which of the following reproductive techniques are considered ethically acceptable? a. Artificial insemination by husband b. In vitro fertilization that does not use third party donor, nor deliberately destroys embryos c. Tubal ovum transfer that does not use third party donor, nor deliberately destroys embryos d. All of the above

All of the above

Which of the following are examples of services that may be needed by disabled individuals and their families? a. Chore services b. Family support groups c. Physical therapy d. Shopping e. All of the above are examples of services that may be needed for disabled individuals and their families.

All of the above are examples of services that may be needed for disabled individuals and their families.

According to the textbook, _______________ refers to when a patient intentionally and willfully ends his or her own life with the assistance of a third party. a. Voluntary active euthanasia b. Assisted suicide c. Physician assisted suicide d. Murder e. None of the above

Assisted Suicide

Which scientist successfully used cells from differentiated tissues to produce a cloned sheep named Dolly? a. Dr. Gurdon b. Dr. Eisenhower c. Dr. Wilmut d. Einstein e. None of the above

Dr. Wilmut

According to the text, abortion to save the life of a mother is ________________. a. Morally acceptable b. Morally unacceptable

Morally acceptable

Which of the following individuals would be considered "ethically acceptable" to participate in reproductive technology? a. The mentally disabled b. The genetically diseased c. The widow who had preserved her husbands ashes d. The aged e. None of the above

None of the above

All of the following are examples of Activities of Daily Living (ADL's), EXCEPT: a. Preparing meals b. Getting out of bed c. Bathing d. Getting dressed e. Eating

Preparing Meals

What was the decision made by the US Supreme Court in the Cruzan v. Missouri Department of Health trial? a. The US Supreme Court upheld the patients right to decide against life-sustaining treatment. b. The US Supreme Court denied the patients right to decide against life-sustaining treatment. c. The US Supreme Court upheld the patients right to enter a nursing home without financial responsibility. d. The US Supreme Court denied the patients right to enter a nursing home without financial responsibility, thus making the family or patient responsible for all payment. e. None of the above.

The US Supreme Court upheld the patients right to decide against life-sustaining treatment

True of False: In 2002, the US General Accouting Office reported that there were more than 14 million Americans requiring long-term care.

True

True or False: Allowing families to be the proxy decision makers can be a concern since they are often times deeply invested in the patient, thus influencing their decision making ability.

True

True or False: Approximately 80% of the long-term care provided to older individuals outside of nursing homes is presently provided by family members, for free.

True

True or False: Assisted suicide refers to when a patient intentionally and willfully ends his or her own life with the assistance of a third party.

True

True or False: Currently, when specifically creating embryonic cell lines the embryo is destroyed.

True

True or False: Privately testing for drugs and alcohol is justified as it is relevant to the business.

True

True or False: Specificity is the ability to detect the absence of disease (or infection) when the sample is truly unaffected.

True

True or False: Spiritual counseling can help restore a sense of meaning and hope for patients considering physician assisted suicide.

True

True or False: The average assisted living resident is an 80-year-old woman.

True

True or False: There is a universal need for food and drink to sustain life; although, there is no such need for artificial nutrition and hydration.

True

True or False: Withdrawing or withholding life-sustaining treatment is widely accepted today as appropriate and compassionate care if the competent person is fully informed and freely choses that treatment option

True

True or false: According to the text, abortion discussions are pointless because each side has one point that is central and absolute.

True