How Do Epidemics Change the Healthcare Field Concerning Ethics

question 11

Multiple Choice

How do epidemics change the healthcare field concerning ethics?

• A) Most believe ethical issues during outbreaks should not be a concern.
• B) Previous outbreaks help see which ethical issues need to be addressed in future outbreaks.
• C) It requires the healthcare professions to receive more training.
• D) Many healthcare workers are afraid of patients who have the disease and quit their jobs.

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