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Which approach to ethics would answer Plato’s question in the “Ring of Gyges” “Why should Gyges care about morality?”  by claiming that Gyges’ actions cause harm and are unfair with no consideration of the equality of others.

A correct order of definitions is given below for the branches of philosophy. (1) examines the nature, types and limits of knowledge; (2) asks what is ultimately real; (3) explores the nature of beauty;(4) studies the meaning and justification of morality.  Which of the orders given below is correctly matches the order of the definitions given above?

Kevin watches as his wife, Denise,  as she walks toward the house. Even though the retinal image of Denise grows larger as Denise approaches, she does not appear to be growing larger as she moves closer and closer to Kevin. This illustrates ________ constancy.

In Plato’s Allegory of the Cave the question is posed: “What is real?”  Which branch of philosophy focuses on the study of reality?

“Is there knowledge that is beyond the reach of science?”  Which branch of philosophy would ask this question?

A patient diagnosed with primary hyperthyroidism is discussing their initial plan of care. Which nutritional recommendations should the nurse include for the patient with overactive thyroid?

The _________________ is focused on respecting the rights and dignity of others. For example, before making a decision, you think through the legal and moral rights of each stakeholder and make your decision based on honoring those specific rights.  

Now that you are near the end of this course, rate your ability to describe normal anatomy and physiology of individual body systems and clinical syndromes, identifying life-long developmental changes

Now that you are near the end of this course, please rate your ability to interpret physical findings and diagnostic data for clinical decision-making. 

According to Ethics Unwrapped: Justice, there are several different categories or types of justice.  Of the statements given below about these types of justice, which statement is NOT true?