Asked by Eliza Mactal on Sep 26, 2024
Psychiatrists face special ethical problems concerning
A) the duty to rescue.
B) the duty to do no harm.
C) the duty to warn.
D) the duty to lie.
Special Ethical Problems
These refer to complex moral issues that arise in specific contexts, such as healthcare, business, or technology, which may require specialized knowledge and consideration to resolve.
Psychiatrists
Medical doctors specialized in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses and emotional disorders.
Duty To Warn
The ethical or legal obligation of an individual, often a professional, to disclose information to prevent harm to others, particularly in medical, therapeutic, and legal contexts.
- Comprehend the moral reasoning behind governmental and healthcare interventions.
- Evaluate the importance of acknowledging patient autonomy within the realm of medical ethics.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the moral reasoning behind governmental and healthcare interventions.
- Evaluate the importance of acknowledging patient autonomy within the realm of medical ethics.