Which of the Following Best Describes the Ethical Principle of Informed

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the ethical principle of informed consent?

• A) The good achieved by technology must outweigh the harm or risk. Moreover, there must be no alternative that achieves the same or comparable benefits with less harm or risk
• B) Those affected by technology should understand and accept the risks
• C) The benefits and burdens of technology should be distributed fairly. Those who benefit should bear their fair share of the risks, and those who do not benefit should not suffer a significant increase in risk
• D) Even if judged acceptable by the other guidelines, the technology must be implemented so as to avoid all unnecessary risks

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Definitions:

Benign Tumors

Non-cancerous growths in the body that do not spread to other parts and generally have a less aggressive impact on health.

Fibroids

Noncancerous growths in the uterus that can develop during a woman's childbearing years, often causing no symptoms or resulting in various reproductive issues.

Uterine Wall

The muscular layer of the uterus, also known as the myometrium, which expands during pregnancy and contracts during labor.

Endometriosis

A condition in which tissues that make up the lining of the uterus grow outside the uterus.