A 45-year-old mother of two children has cirrhosis of the liver and is on a waiting list for a liver transplant.She had to meet certain criteria to be eligible to receive a liver.She understands that she is next on the list for a donor liver that matches.This is an example of which ethical principle?

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Justice refers to the principle of fairness.In health care,the term is used to reflect a commitment to fair treatment and fair distribution of health care resources.You may find reference to this principle during discussion about issues of access to care.It is not always clear just how to achieve a fair distribution of resources.Autonomy refers to independence and self-determination.Fidelity refers to the agreement to keep promises and is based on the virtue of caring.Nonmaleficence refers to the fundamental agreement to do no harm.

A 45-Year-Old Mother of Two Children Has Cirrhosis of the Liver