A Client Is Refusing a Blood Transfusion, Despite the Possible

question 8

Multiple Choice

A client is refusing a blood transfusion, despite the possible consequences. The nurse caring for this client knows that the client will die without the blood transfusion. What is this an example of?

• A) personal philosophy
• B) virtue ethics
• C) ethical dilemma
• D) practical imperative

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Definitions:

Comparative Advantage

The ability of an entity to produce a good at a lower opportunity cost than another entity, leading to potential gains from trade.

Absolute Advantage

The ability of an individual, company, or country to produce a good or service more efficiently than competitors, using the same amount of resources.

Resource Endowments

These are the natural, human, and technological resources available to a country or region, crucial for economic development.

Comparative Advantage

A concept in economics that refers to a country's ability to produce goods and services at a lower opportunity cost than that of trade partners.