Burroughs Wellcome,the Developer and Maker of AZT,a Drug to Treat

question 89

Multiple Choice

Burroughs Wellcome,the developer and maker of AZT,a drug to treat persons afflicted with AIDS,charges each patient $6,500 annually-more than many AIDS patients can afford because they are unable to work.This is an example of the manufacturer recognizing its:

• A)supply-demand continuum.
• B)penetration pricing strategy.
• C)profit responsibility.
• D)human relations options.

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Definitions:

Nonmaleficence

A principle in ethics and healthcare which dictates avoiding harm or hurt, central to medical ethics and patient care.

Ethical Principle

Fundamental guidelines that dictate the conduct of individuals and organizations, promoting behaviors like fairness, justice, and respect for others.

Quality of Life

An individual's overall assessment of their well-being, encompassing physical, psychological, and social domains of health.

Value Judgements

Assessments or opinions formed about the worth, importance, or utility of something, often based on personal or cultural standards.