Ethical Guidelines Have Been Established Regarding HIV and AIDS Patients

question 16

Multiple Choice

Ethical guidelines have been established regarding HIV and AIDS patients, which state that _____.

• A)Providers may release information regarding the diagnosis only after a patient's death
• B)Providers' obligation of confidentiality does not cease with the death of the patient
• C)The diagnosis of HIV/AIDS requires information to be released to family members
• D)The diagnosis of HIV/AIDS must be shared with healthcare providers

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Definitions:

Moral Decisions

Choices made by individuals reflecting their judgments about what is right or wrong, often involving complex considerations of ethical principles and values.

General Deterrence

The use of punishment to discourage people in general from committing crimes, based on the fear of penal consequences.

Using People

The unethical practice of exploiting individuals for personal gain or advantage.

Rehabilitation

The process aimed at enabling individuals, especially offenders or addicts, to achieve personal transformation and reintegration into society.