A Consequentialist Reason Against Deception in Clinical Practice Is That

question 20

Multiple Choice

A consequentialist reason against deception in clinical practice is that …

• A) Patients must be treated as ends in themselves and not merely as means
• B) Deception is not what the virtuous caregiver does when acting in character
• C) Deception may erode trust in the health care system
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Social Identity Approach

A theoretical framework that explores how individuals perceive themselves and others within social contexts, focusing on the impact of group membership on behavior and attitudes.

Prototypical Group Member

An individual who embodies the most characteristic attributes or qualities of a certain group, often serving as a standard or model for the group.

Task Oriented

A task-oriented approach focuses on completing tasks and achieving goals efficiently, with primary attention on job performance and tasks at hand.

Relationship Oriented

An approach or behavior that prioritizes building and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships above other considerations.