Bioethics Q2 review

1. Is made up of man’s biological, psychological and rational powers. A. Personhood C. Person B. Human Nature D. Supreme Being

• Animal Instinct

• Human Nature

• Divine Essence

• Artificial Intelligence

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Human Nature' as it encompasses man's biological, psychological, and rational powers, distinguishing it from other options like 'Animal Instinct' or 'Artificial Intelligence'.

2. This views Man as an organism composed of different organ systems, each system composed of organs and each organ made up of tissue cells. A. Holistic C. Atomistic approach B. Human Characteristics D. Man as a whole

• C. Atomistic approach

• A. Biological Systems

• B. Human Behavior

• D. Psychological Approach

Answer explanation

The Atomistic approach views humans as composed of various systems, organs, and tissues, emphasizing the breakdown of the whole into its parts. This aligns with the description provided in the question.

3. All organisms have external environment as distinguished from the external world or the environment surrounding them. This statement is? A. True B. False

• C. Sometimes

• B. False

• D. Not applicable

• A. True

Answer explanation

The statement is false because all organisms interact with their external environment, which is part of the external world. Thus, they do not have a distinct external environment separate from the external world.

4. According to Byrne and Thompson, Man as a system 'responds as a unified whole and not as an integrated part.' A. True B. False

• A

• E. Man as a system is a collection of disjoint parts.

• C. Man as a system responds only to external stimuli.

• D. Man as a system operates independently of its environment.

Answer explanation

The statement is true; Byrne and Thompson emphasize that Man as a system functions as a unified whole, rather than as separate, disjoint parts. Therefore, the correct answer is A.

5. This type of system views the person as a living behavioral system. A. Open system C. Systematized being B. Closed System D. None of the above

• D. Isolated system

• A. Open system

• C. Dynamic entity

• B. Static system

Answer explanation

An open system views individuals as dynamic entities interacting with their environment, adapting and evolving. This aligns with the description of a living behavioral system, making 'A. Open system' the correct choice.

6. His rational side makes him merciful, kind and compassionate while his irrational nature may make him commit criminal acts against another man. This statement is believed to say that man as ______ . A. Rational being B. Emotional being

• C. Logical being

• D. Instinctual being

• A. Rational being

• E. Social being

Answer explanation

The statement highlights the duality of human nature, emphasizing that his rational side leads to mercy and compassion, thus identifying man as a rational being (A). The irrational side, while present, does not define the essence of humanity.

7. The concept of 'personhood' primarily refers to what aspect of human existence? A. Biological B. Legal C. Moral D. Psychological

• E. Spiritual

• G. Cultural

• F. Economic

• C. Moral

Answer explanation

The concept of 'personhood' primarily relates to moral considerations, defining the rights and ethical treatment of individuals. Thus, the correct answer is C. Moral.

8. Which of the following best describes the 'holistic approach' to understanding man? A. Focusing on individual parts B. Viewing man as a whole C. Ignoring biological factors D. Emphasizing psychological traits

• D. Emphasizing psychological traits

• A. Focusing on individual parts

• C. Ignoring biological factors

• B. Viewing man as a whole

Answer explanation

The 'holistic approach' emphasizes viewing man as a whole, integrating various aspects of human experience rather than isolating individual parts or ignoring biological factors. Thus, the correct answer is B.

9. In the context of human nature, what does 'rationality' imply? A. Ability to feel emotions B. Capacity for logical thought C. Instinctual behavior D. Social interactions

• D. Social interactions

• C. Instinctual behavior

• A. Ability to feel emotions

• B. Capacity for logical thought

Answer explanation

'Rationality' in human nature refers to the 'capacity for logical thought' (B). It emphasizes reasoning and decision-making rather than emotions, instincts, or social interactions.

10. What is the primary focus of the 'atomistic approach' in studying human beings? A. The whole person B. Individual components C. Environmental influences D. Social relationships

• B. Individual components

• A. The whole person

• C. Environmental influences

• D. Social relationships

Answer explanation

The 'atomistic approach' focuses on understanding human beings by analyzing individual components, such as biological, psychological, and social factors, rather than viewing them as a whole or in relation to their environment.