The 'Placebo Effect' Is NOT

question 2

Multiple Choice

The 'placebo effect' is NOT:

• A) a measurable, observable, or felt improvement in health not directly attributable to biomedical treatment.
• B) self-healing attributable to knowledge or beliefs regarding the curative practice or process carried out.
• C) brought about by the 'meaning response.'
• D) unmeasurable.
• E) the result of a treatment (for instance with a pill) that has no known biomedical effects.

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Definitions:

Ethical Decision Making

The process of making choices that are consistent with ethical principles and standards.

Whistleblowers

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Professional Value

Refers to the principles and standards of behavior that are considered important in a professional setting, guiding ethical and quality performance.

Altruism

A selfless act of concern for the wellbeing of others without expecting any reward in return.