Ethics & Law · single question
A patient asks their dentist about which pronouns they prefer to be addressed by. The dentist asks and respects the patient's stated preference. Which ethical principle is the dentist following?
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Correct answer: A. Autonomy
Asking about and respecting a patient's preferred pronouns reflects the ethical principle of autonomy — respecting a patient's right to self-determination, including how they wish to be identified and treated, as an active participant in their own care.