A Patient Refuses a Simple Procedure That You Believe Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

A patient refuses a simple procedure that you believe is in the patient's best interest.What two ethical principles are in conflict in this situation?

• A) Fidelity and justice
• B) Veracity and fidelity
• C) Autonomy and beneficence
• D) Paternalism and respect for others

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Definitions:

Expected Growth Rate

The anticipated rate at which an investment, economy, or other financial entity will grow over a certain period.

Rate of Return

The outcome in terms of profit or loss on an investment over a designated period, presented as a percentage of the investment’s first cost.

Dividend

A part of a company’s profits given out to its shareholders, usually as cash or more shares.

ROE

Return on Equity; a measure of financial performance calculated by dividing net income by shareholder equity.