Question

Dr. Oliver, a gastroenterologist, has a patient with a blockage in their intestinal tract. There are two courses of action for this issue. One involves a surgery that Dr. Oliver’s practice charges $16,000 to do. The other is a less invasive procedure that only costs $2000. Dr. Oliver feels he must mention both and allow the patient to decide what course they would like to take. Which value of ethical behavior does this reasoning BEST support?

(1 point)
Responses

autonomy

autonomy

non-maleficence

non-maleficence

beneficence

beneficence

justice

Answer 1

Autonomy — Dr. Oliver is respecting the patient's right to make an informed choice by presenting both options and allowing the patient to decide.