Having the Freedom to Make Choices About Issues That Affect

question 2

Multiple Choice

Having the freedom to make choices about issues that affect our own lives and to make decisions about personal goals is called:

• A) paternalism.
• B) informed consent.
• C) autonomy.
• D) competence.

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Definitions:

Newly Created Stoma

A newly surgically created opening on the body surface to divert bodily functions, such as waste excretion or breathing.

Preterm Infant

An infant born before 37 completed weeks of gestation, often requiring specialized care due to underdeveloped organs and systems.

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

A specialized department in a hospital that provides critical care for newborn infants with serious health issues.

Multiple Stomas

The presence of more than one surgically created opening in the body to allow for the passage of bodily waste.