Josie and Matthew Have Learned to Care for Their Daughter

question 10

Multiple Choice

Josie and Matthew have learned to care for their daughter who has cystic fibrosis.Although they are worried about her,they feel that they are coping as well as possible.What is likely an accurate description of their experience at this point in time?

• A)Their energy is depleted because of the chronic nature of the illness.
• B)They have found a way to maintain their family rituals and customs.
• C)They are getting excellent medical care.
• D)They are feeling a sense of control.

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Definitions:

Particularistic Criteria

involves judging or evaluating individuals based on characteristics specific to that individual, rather than on universal standards.

Cultural Relativism

The principle that an individual's beliefs and activities should be understood by others in terms of that individual's own culture.

Ethical Imperialism

The practice of applying one's own ethical standards to individuals or organizations from different cultural or societal backgrounds.

Ethical Dilemma

A situation in which a person must choose between conflicting moral principles, making it challenging to determine the right course of action.