Which of the Following Opinions Would a Proponent of Act

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following opinions would a proponent of act utilitarianism hold about decision making in ethical dilemmas?

• A)Intuition and personal feelings should guide decision making in cases of dilemmas.
• B)The fairest alternative must be chosen for a dilemma under any circumstance.
• C)The alternative that benefits the most people should be chosen even if it means breaking laws.
• D)All individuals have a duty to adhere to laws and standards set by government and nongovernment agencies.

Identify and characterize the different types of therapies used in treating mental health disorders, including medication, electroconvulsive shock therapy, and cognitive therapy.

Recognize the symptoms and treatment options for schizophrenia, including negative symptoms and the use of atypical neuroleptics.

Understand the development and side effects of tardive dyskinesia as a result of long-term antipsychotic drug use.

Distinguish between different classes of medications used in the treatment of mental health disorders, including SSRIs, MAO inhibitors, and lithium.

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Definitions:

Diazepam (Valium)

A prescription medication belonging to the benzodiazepine class, commonly used to treat anxiety, seizures, and muscle spasms.

Buspirone (BuSpar)

A medication primarily used to treat anxiety disorders, offering anxiolytic effects without sedation or risk of dependence.

Dependence

A condition in which a person is reliant on a substance or activity, leading to significant distress or impairment.

Ritualistic Hand Washing

Compulsive and repetitive washing of hands, often associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder.