Exam Preview for 2339: Ethical Considerations of Organ Donation May

Ethical Considerations of Organ Donation

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1. All of the following are factors typically considered when allocating organs under the principle of justice, EXCEPT: Medical need Patient health Longevity of the organ Socioeconomic status
2. Which of the following statements about organ donation is TRUE? Organ donation can only be considered after death has been declared by a physician Organ matching is primarily based on financial status and insurance coverage Buying or selling organs is permitted under certain conditions Physicians consider organ donation before declaring death
3. Why are donors needed from all racial and ethnic groups? Certain organs are only available in specific ethnic groups Organs from different races tend to have higher success rates Some racial groups are restricted from donating organs Transplant success rates increase when organs are matched between members of the same ethnic background
4. According to some religious and cultural perspectives, organ donation is often viewed as: A prohibited action due to spiritual beliefs An individual choice rather than a mandatory practice Mandatory for followers of the faith Acceptable only in specific regions
5. What is an important responsibility of healthcare providers regarding the medical management of potential donors? Evaluating organ recipient outcomes Assigning specific organs to transplant teams Managing transplant recipient eligibility Maintaining the physiological stability of potential donors until organ recovery