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What is the study of morality called?
Ethics
What term refers to the voluntary agreement to participate in research?
What is informed consent or voluntary participation?
What is cultural competency?
the ability to effectively work across cultures
What can be gained by reflecting on society when making ethical decisions? Is this beneficial?
gaining understanding of how others may perceive your actions.
Beneficial?
Why is early commitment to ethical practice essential?
To prevent ethical problems before they occur.
Which ethical principle means "do no harm"?
nonmaleficence
What ethical concern arises with using deception in research?
it challenges participant autonomy and trust
Which philosophy includes using contracts, goal setting, and rewards?
behavior change philosophy
What might indicate a conflict of interest in research?
hiding sponsorship or personal gain
What kind of harm does nonmaleficence seek to avoid?
physical, emotional, or psychological harm
What ethical principle emphasizes doing good?
Beneficience or benevolence
What is the code of ethics for health education specialists based on?
What is guiding professional conduct and decision-making?
What term describes choosing between two ethically justified but conflicting options?
An ethical dilemma
What is a strength of decision-making philosophy?
encouraging critical thinking and lifelong learning
What health philosophy might best suit underserved communities? Why?
Social change philosophy
What does the principle of justice refer to?
fairness in distributing benefits and burdens
In research, what is the issue with eliminating data selectively?
data manipulation or unethical reporting
What is the ethical theory that says the end justifies the means?
Consequentialism
What is the final step after acting on an ethical decision?
to monitor and evaluate the outcome
What does the principle of justice ensure in health promotion?
fair treatment and resource distribution
What does the principle of individual freedom imply?
Autonomy in making moral decisions
What are the five basic principles that can apply to human morality?
Goodness (rightness- promoting what is good, minimizing what is bad)
nonmaleficence (do no harm)
benevolence (duty to actively do good)
Justice (fairness, treating people equitably)
Honesty
Individual freedom (autonomy)
Define the ethical theory of deontology
Deontology states that actions themselves carry morality, rather than just the consequences of those actions. It emphasizes that certain actions are inherently right or wrong, regardless of the outcome.
What is the categorical imperative?
asking whether everyone should act the same way you would
What health education philosophy promotes rational choice and informed decisions?
cognitive-based- focuses on the acquisition of content and factual information