Healthcare ethics
Please answer the questions below. The second question length is 2 to 3 pages long.
Question 1:
This semester you have been exposed to many ethical approaches and theories, including, utilitarianism, deontologism, the rights approach, the virtue approach and natural law. Discuss the development of your ethical reasoning during the semester. Do you tend to support one ethical approach over another?
Question 2:
Give examples of your position on three issues concerning medical ethics; and support your opinion with the appropriate reasoning or theory.
Answer preview
Healthcare ethics discussed in this semester have significantly impacted my progression in ethical reasoning. In ethical dilemmas, I have identified fundamental steps to use to achieve morally sound decisions. First, it is crucial to identify the ethical situation to avoid prejudgments as possible. After identifying the ethical position, it is essential to determine the facts to anchor ethical decisions. This can include medical facts such as prognosis, understanding the patient’s wishes, and therapeutic goals. Ethical reasoning requires content-based information, such as what influences a patient`s preferences or perceptions. The physician can enquire about the social-economic circumstances or any prior health care experience, such as racial discrimination
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