Bioethics in Nursing Practice
Bioethics in Nursing Practice
Bioethics in Nursing Practice
INSTRUCTION: Select the correct answer for each of the following questions. Mark only one answer for each item by
marking the box corresponding to the letter of your choice on the answer sheet provided.
1. It is the branch of philosophy that concerns the distinction between right and wrong based on a body of knowledge,
not just based on opinions.
A. Morality
B. Values
C. Bioethics
D. Ethics
2. It is the behaviour in accordance with customs or traditions, usually reflecting personal or religious beliefs.
A. Morality
B. Values
C. Bioethics
D. Ethics
3. These are beliefs and attitudes that may influence behaviour and the process of decision making.
A. Morality
B. Values
C. Bioethics
D. Ethics
4. It is the systematic study of the morals, visions, decisions, conduct and policies- of the life sciences and health care
employing a variety of ethical methodologies in an interdisciplinary setting.
A. Teleology
B. Values
C. Bioethics
D. Ethics
5. As a professional nurse and a member of the health care team, it is important for the nurse to know the reasons why
we study ethics, EXCEPT:
A. Moral conduct and ethical systems, both of the past and present, must be intelligently appraised and criticized.
B. Point out to men the true value of life
C. Ethics should make clear to us why an immoral act can be justified.
D. Attempts to stimulate the moral sense, discover the true values of life, and inspire men to join in the quest for
these values.
6. The following are the responsibilities of a nurse:
1) Promotion of Health
2) Prevention of Illness
3) Alleviation of Suffering
4) Restoration of Health
A.
B.
C.
D.
1 and 2
2, 3, 4
1, 2, 4
All of the above
10. David is a nurse in the medical-surgical ward. He makes sure that all his actions conform to RA 9173. This approach
is called:
A. Deontological Approach
B. Teleological Approach
C. Totalitarian Approach
D. Utilitarian Approach
11. Ethical Principles are codes that direct or govern nursing actions. So it is very important for a nurse to be able to
identify the different ethical principles. It is the respect for an individual's right to self-determination.
A. Principle of Justice
B. Principle of Veracity
C. Principle of Autonomy
D. Principle of Fidelity
12. Nurse Gian accurately notes everything that happened to his patient during his shift. Nurse Gian uses the principle of:
A. Principle of Justice
B. Principle of Veracity
C. Principle of Autonomy
D. Principle of Fidelity
13. It is the study to do what one has promised.
A. Principle of Justice
B. Principle of Veracity
C. Principle of Double Effect
D. Principle of Fidelity
14. It is the equitable distribution of potential benefits and tasks, and determining the order in which client's should be
cared for. This principle is called:
A. Principle of Justice
B. Principle of Veracity
C. Principle of Subsidiarity
D. Principle of Fidelity
15. When an individual is unable to help himself, a stronger or higher entity in the society is called to assist him. What
principle is being depicted in this situation?
A. Principle of Justice
B. Principle of Veracity
C. Principle of Subsidiarity
D. Principle of Double Effect
16. The belief that another person knows what is best and can make decisions for another individual.
A. Beneficence
B. Autonomy
C. Paternalism
D. Informed Consent
17. It refers to a person's right to choose and the ability to act on that choice.
A. Autonomy
B. Freedom
C. Personhood
D. Human Dignity
18. If it is an emergency case, who will decide for the comatose patient if there are no relatives around?
A. Doctor
B. Lawyer
C. Nurse
D. Nurse supervisor
19. If it is an emergency case, somebody will decide for the comatose patient when there are no relatives around. What
principle is being used in the situation?
A. Totality
B. Loco-Parentis
C. Stewardship
D. Double Effect
20. The administration of narcotics to a dying patient is morally justified based on the following conditions:
1) The opportunity for receiving the sacrament has been given
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2, 3
All of the above
D. Principle of Stewardship
42. Nurse Rachel Ray is aware of her ethical and legal responsibilities as a professional nurse. She sees to it that she
complies with the ethical principles in the care of her patients. Which of the following principles applies to the action
of Rachel to refrain from discussing the disease condition of the patient with those who are not involved in his care?
A. Beneficence
B. Non-maleficence
C. Justice
D. Autonomy
43. Mr. Bloom is diagnosed to have acute myocardial infarction and is recommended for admission. He refuses to be
admitted and asks to be transferred to a tertiary hospital instead. Which of the following principles should Rachel use
as a guide for her action?
A. Autonomy
B. Justice
C. Non-maleficence
D. Beneficence
44. She saw the security guard reading the chart of a meningococcemia suspect. Which of the following actions of Rachel
would be appropriate?
A. Tell him that this is not allowed for those not directly involved in the care of the patient.
B. Reprimand the guard for breach of hospital protocol.
C. Inform the supervisor about what she saw.
D. Ignore this as this is not against hospital rules.
45. One of the patients confided that his companion is not the legal wife. What liability will Rachel be exposed when she
divulge the information to others?
A. Libel
B. Slander
C. Breach of Confidentiality
D. Assault
46. In the human person, the part does not exist for the whole and therefore, the good of the part is unsubordinated to the
good of the whole.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
47. Transplanting organs from one living person to another is ethically acceptable provided the following criteria are met:
1) There is a serious need on the part of the recipient that cannot be fulfilled in any other way;
2) The donor's consent is free and informed;
3) The risk taken by the donor as an act of charity is not proportionate to the good resulting for the recipient;
4) The functional integrity of the donor as a human person will not be impaired;
5) The recipients for the scarce organs are selected justly.
A. 1, 2, 3 & 4
B. 1, 2, 3 & 5
C. 1, 2, 3 & 5
D. All of the above
48. Organ donation could be made to donors who are already brain dead.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
49. The criteria for Cessation of Brain Function include:
1) Irreversible coma;
2) No spontaneous respiration and no response to apnea test for 6 min;
3) Absence of the following brain stem reflexes: pupillary, corneal, gag and caloric test;
4) No movement
A.
B.
C.
D.
1 only
1, 2, 3
1, 2, 4
All of the above
50. Ethics comes from the Greek word, "moralis" which means moral duty.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE