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Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of honoring individual choice?
Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of honoring individual choice?
What does the principle of nonmaleficence primarily focus on?
What does the principle of nonmaleficence primarily focus on?
Which component of relational ethics involves collaboration and dialogue among parties?
Which component of relational ethics involves collaboration and dialogue among parties?
In utilitarianism, what is the primary metric used to evaluate the morality of actions?
In utilitarianism, what is the primary metric used to evaluate the morality of actions?
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What is act-utilitarianism focused on when determining the morality of an action?
What is act-utilitarianism focused on when determining the morality of an action?
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How does rule-utilitarianism address the limitations of act-utilitarianism?
How does rule-utilitarianism address the limitations of act-utilitarianism?
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Which criticism is made against act-utilitarianism regarding leisure activities?
Which criticism is made against act-utilitarianism regarding leisure activities?
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Which component of relational ethics suggests the importance of the context in ethical decision-making?
Which component of relational ethics suggests the importance of the context in ethical decision-making?
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What is the primary focus of consequentialist theories in ethics?
What is the primary focus of consequentialist theories in ethics?
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Which ethical approach considers unique characteristics and relationships in decision-making?
Which ethical approach considers unique characteristics and relationships in decision-making?
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Which type of deontology is based on universally applicable standards?
Which type of deontology is based on universally applicable standards?
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In which ethical theory do moral decisions depend solely on the consequences of actions?
In which ethical theory do moral decisions depend solely on the consequences of actions?
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What distinguishes act utilitarianism from rule utilitarianism?
What distinguishes act utilitarianism from rule utilitarianism?
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How does situation ethics refer to its approach?
How does situation ethics refer to its approach?
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What is the main principle underlying deontological ethics?
What is the main principle underlying deontological ethics?
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Who is primarily associated with the development of Kantian Deontology?
Who is primarily associated with the development of Kantian Deontology?
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Which ethical framework most closely relates to resolving conflicts through principles?
Which ethical framework most closely relates to resolving conflicts through principles?
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What does the term 'duty' refer to in the context of deontological ethics?
What does the term 'duty' refer to in the context of deontological ethics?
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What is a key characteristic of applied ethics?
What is a key characteristic of applied ethics?
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How does deontological ethics view the concept of morality in relation to autonomy?
How does deontological ethics view the concept of morality in relation to autonomy?
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What is a significant objection of deontology towards consequentialism?
What is a significant objection of deontology towards consequentialism?
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Which statement best represents the obligation from a deontological perspective?
Which statement best represents the obligation from a deontological perspective?
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According to Kant, what differentiates humans from animals in the context of morality?
According to Kant, what differentiates humans from animals in the context of morality?
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In deontological ethics, why would an action such as torture be considered wrong?
In deontological ethics, why would an action such as torture be considered wrong?
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What does Kant believe about acting according to our instincts?
What does Kant believe about acting according to our instincts?
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What is the primary focus of virtue ethics?
What is the primary focus of virtue ethics?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a virtue in the given context?
Which of the following is NOT considered a virtue in the given context?
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Which concept is central to duty ethics?
Which concept is central to duty ethics?
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What is a key characteristic of a professional health care employee?
What is a key characteristic of a professional health care employee?
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What distinguishes ethics from morality?
What distinguishes ethics from morality?
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Which of the following describes the role of ethics in nursing care?
Which of the following describes the role of ethics in nursing care?
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According to the content, what is the greatest strength of Kant's ethical theory?
According to the content, what is the greatest strength of Kant's ethical theory?
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What is a foundational aspect of ethics as defined in the content?
What is a foundational aspect of ethics as defined in the content?
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Which statement best describes bioethics?
Which statement best describes bioethics?
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What is considered a challenge in establishing universal ethical standards?
What is considered a challenge in establishing universal ethical standards?
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Deontological theories primarily focus on which aspect of ethical decision-making?
Deontological theories primarily focus on which aspect of ethical decision-making?
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What is the implication of cultural diversity in ethical standards?
What is the implication of cultural diversity in ethical standards?
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Study Notes
Ethical Principles & Framework
- Moral norms implemented daily in clinical practice: respect for autonomy, non-maleficence, beneficence, and justice
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Relational ethics: focuses on individuals' relational commitments and the ethics of care and caring
- Emerging framework for applying ethical principles in clinical situations
- Shifts focus from individual rights and responsibilities to the context of decision-making
- Key components: engagement, mutual respect, embodiment, and environment
- Promotes dialogue and consideration of all possible outcomes
Ethical Theories
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Deontological theories: emphasize the relationship between duty and the morality of actions
- Judge right or wrong based on action's nature, not consequences
- Focus on individual duties derived from moral principles
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Key points of Kantian Deontology:
- Reason is the basis of morality
- Morality reflects human autonomy and freedom
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Virtue ethics: emphasizes developing a good character and acting in accordance with virtues
- Less emphasis on rules and regulations
- Examples of virtues: wisdom, courage, temperance, justice, fortitude, generosity, self-respect, good-temper, and sincerity
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Duty ethics: based on inherent obligations as a human being
- Duties to self: avoiding wronging others, treating people as equals, and promoting the good of others
- Prima facie duties (W.D.Ross): fidelity, reparation, gratitude, justice, beneficence, self-improvement, nonmaleficence
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Situation ethics: considers individual characteristics, caregiver relationships, and the most humanistic course of action
- Also called love ethics
- Act deontology: based on personal moral values of decision-maker
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Rule deontology: based on ethical standards that transcend individual values
- Examples: "all human life has value" and "one should always tell the truth"
Teleological Theories
- Also called consequentialist theories: actions are judged based solely on their consequences
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Consequentialism: an action is morally right if its consequences are more favorable than unfavorable
- Involves tallying both good and bad consequences
- Action is morally proper if good outweighs bad
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Utilitarianism: a type of consequentialism that seeks the greatest happiness for all
- Rule utilitarianism: focuses on establishing rules that maximize overall happiness
- Act utilitarianism: determines the most beneficial course of action in a specific situation
- Applied ethics: analyzes controversial moral issues such as abortion, euthanasia, and genetic manipulation
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Principalism: resolves conflicts by applying ethical principles rather than relying solely on theories
- Principles as fundamental premises from which rules are developed
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Test your knowledge on the key ethical principles and theories used in clinical practice. This quiz covers crucial concepts such as respect for autonomy, non-maleficence, beneficence, and justice, along with emerging frameworks in relational ethics and deontological theories. Enhance your understanding of how these principles shape ethical decision-making in healthcare.
