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The ethical principle of BENEFICENCE is best described as the duty to:

  1. Always tell the patient the truth
  2. Act to promote the welfare/benefit of the patient and the public
  3. Respect the patient's right to make their own decisions
  4. Treat all patients fairly and without discrimination
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Correct answer: B. Act to promote the welfare/benefit of the patient and the public

  • A. That describes veracity.
  • B. Correct. Beneficence = 'do good'; act in the patient's and public's best interest.
  • C. That describes autonomy.
  • D. That describes justice.

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