WorksheetsEthical Dilemmas in Healthcare Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which of the following best describes the deontological approach to abortion?
The morality of abortion depends on the consequences for the mother and child.
Abortion is judged based on whether it follows moral rules or duties, regardless of outcomes.
Abortion is always acceptable if it reduces overall suffering.
Abortion should be decided by public opinion.
According to utilitarianism, when might euthanasia be considered morally acceptable?
When it is legal in the country.
When it maximises overall happiness and minimises suffering.
When the patient is over 18 years old.
When the doctor agrees with the family.
Which principle is most closely associated with patient autonomy in healthcare?
Patients must always follow the doctor's advice.
Patients have the right to make their own informed decisions about their treatment.
Doctors should make decisions based on what is best for society.
Family members should decide for the patient.
A deontologist would most likely argue that abortion is wrong if:
It leads to more suffering than happiness.
It breaks a moral rule, such as "do not kill".
The majority of people disagree with it.
It is not allowed by the NHS.
Which of the following is a criticism of utilitarianism in the context of euthanasia?
It ignores the patient's wishes.
It may justify ending a life if it increases overall happiness, even against the patient's will.
It always follows strict moral rules.
It is based on religious beliefs.
In British law, which concept supports a patient's right to refuse medical treatment, even if it may result in their death?
Utilitarianism
Patient autonomy
Deontology
Paternalism
Which ethical theory would most likely support abortion if it leads to the greatest good for the greatest number?
Deontology
Utilitarianism
Virtue ethics
Natural law
A doctor refuses to perform euthanasia because it is against their moral duty, regardless of the patient's suffering. Which ethical theory are they following?
Utilitarianism
Deontology
Consequentialism
Relativism
Which of the following best illustrates respect for patient autonomy?
Forcing a patient to undergo treatment for their own good.
Allowing a patient to make an informed choice about their care, even if the doctor disagrees.
Making decisions based on what benefits society most.
Following hospital policy without considering the patient's wishes.
Which statement best summarises the utilitarian view on abortion?
Abortion is always wrong, regardless of the consequences.
Abortion is morally acceptable if it results in the greatest overall happiness or least harm.
Abortion should only be allowed if the law permits it.
Abortion is a private matter and not an ethical issue.
