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Personal Autonomy

Medical Definition: Self-directing freedom and especially moral independence. An ethical principle holds that the autonomy of persons ought to be respected. (Bioethics Thesaurus)
Also Called: Free Will,Self Determination
Previously Indexed: Freedom (1974-2001)

Personal Autonomy Medical Definitions and Terms

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