What Is the Relationship Between the Ethical Use of a Treatment

question 119

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between the ethical use of a treatment and its evaluation?

• A) Evaluation of treatment effectiveness is at the discretion of the therapist.
• B) The effectiveness of a treatment must be evaluated in some way.
• C) If a treatment is in use,it is assumed to be effective for most patients.
• D) Insurance companies determine whether a treatment is effective or not.

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Definitions:

Stressor

Any biological, chemical, physical, or psychological factor that causes stress to an organism, potentially leading to disease or harm.

Steady-State Condition

A situation in a dynamic system where all components are in balance and remain constant over time despite ongoing processes.

Thermoregulate

The ability of an organism to keep its body temperature within certain boundaries, even when the surrounding temperature is very different.

Shock

Shock is a critical condition brought on by the sudden drop in blood flow through the body, leading to failure of the circulatory system to maintain adequate blood flow, often resulting in damage to multiple organs.