Dr. Evan is driving back home when she sees a young girl lying on the road, suffering from a seizure. The girl is shaking uncontrollably, and Dr. Evan immediately stops and uses her medical knowledge to help the young girl.Which ethical principle is followed in this scenario?

Beneficence means taking action to help someone and promote their well-being. Dr. Evan stops to assist the girl during her seizure, so she is following the principle of beneficence. Autonomy concerns respecting a person’s choices, while nonmaleficence means avoiding harm.

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