Mr. michaels is found to be mentally competent, but the family still does not want the gastrostomy tube placed. in the event the tube is not placed, this could be considered a violation of which ethical principle?
a. veracity
b. beneficence
c. self-determination
d. confidentiality

Option C

Explanation:

The theory of Self-determination in psychological; perspective alludes that There is motivation in people for growth and changes in terms of the competence, psychological relatedness and autonomy which are innate and universal requirements of a person.

Self-determination theory suggests that people are able to gain self-determination when their innate and universal requirements for competence,  autonomy and psychological relatedness are fulfilled.

Thus in case of Michael, where he himself is competent and self determined but his family does want the tube to be placed thus violating the ethical principle of self determination.

answer; /// all of the above;