Medical Ethics (Patient Confidentiality, Bioethics)

1. : Medical ethics refers to:
(A) Rules that allow doctors to increase profits only
(B) Principles guiding moral and professional conduct in healthcare
(C) Ignoring patient rights to save time
(D) Performing treatment without consent

2. : Patient confidentiality means:
(A) Keeping personal and medical information private unless consent is given
(B) Sharing patient details with friends and family
(C) Publishing patient records for research without permission
(D) Discussing patient cases openly in public spaces

3. : Which of the following is a violation of medical ethics?
(A) Disclosing a patient’s illness without their consent
(B) Respecting patient autonomy in decision-making
(C) Maintaining confidentiality of medical records
(D) Providing care without discrimination

4. : In bioethics, the principle of autonomy means:
(A) A doctor decides everything for the patient
(B) Patients have the right to make informed decisions about their care
(C) Ignoring patient opinions during treatment
(D) Family consent is always required instead of the patient’s

5. : Which phrase best represents medical ethics?
(A) “Do no harm”
(B) “Profit first, patient later”
(C) “Ignore rules for faster treatment”
(D) “Doctor always knows best”

6. : The principle of beneficence in medical ethics requires doctors to:
(A) Act in the best interest of the patient and promote their well-being
(B) Avoid treating patients they disagree with
(C) Prioritize financial benefits over patient health
(D) Share confidential records freely

7. : Which situation justifies breaching patient confidentiality?
(A) When public safety is at risk, such as reporting infectious diseases
(B) When neighbors are curious about the illness
(C) When the doctor wants to publish a case study without consent
(D) When it is convenient for hospital staff

8. : The principle of non-maleficence means:
(A) Ensuring fairness in resource distribution
(B) Avoiding actions that may harm patients
(C) Respecting cultural diversity in healthcare
(D) Guaranteeing equal pay for doctors

9. : Which of the following is NOT a principle of medical ethics?
(A) Autonomy
(B) Beneficence
(C) Justice
(D) Exploitation

10. : A doctor explaining treatment risks and benefits to a patient before surgery is practicing:
(A) Informed consent and respect for autonomy
(B) Breach of confidentiality
(C) Medical negligence
(D) Unethical favoritism