In Creating a Foundation and Framework for Ethical Guidelines, the Concept

question 28

Multiple Choice

In creating a foundation and framework for ethical guidelines, the concept of law:

• A)involves maximizing pleasure and minimizing pain.
• B)offers a version of philosophy based on the Golden Rule, which means do unto others what you would have them do unto you.
• C)involves balancing a variety of urges throughout a person's life.
• D)offers guidelines regarding right and wrong as well as what is acceptable and what is not acceptable, within a geographic area.

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Definitions:

GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; the standard framework of guidelines for financial accounting used in any given jurisdiction.

FASB

Stands for Financial Accounting Standards Board, an organization responsible for establishing accounting and financial reporting standards for companies and non-profit organizations in the United States.

Ostensible Authority

Occurs when a hospital leads a patient to believe that a physician with staff privileges is an employee of the hospital.

Surgical Privileges

Authorization granted to a healthcare professional, allowing them to perform specific surgical procedures at a healthcare facility.