Impact of Science and Tech on Life

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What is the primary objective of the Curricular Unit of Clinical Bioethics?

To develop a new Bioethical Principle

To teach the Hippocratic Oath

To trace the historical evolution of Bioethics (correct)

To teach the Nuremberg Code

Who is the coordinator of the Curricular Unit of Clinical Bioethics?

António Carneiro

Ana Campos

Luís Duarte Madeira

Mara de Sousa Freitas (correct)

How many teachers are involved in the Curricular Unit of Clinical Bioethics?

10 (correct)

What is NOT an objective of the Curricular Unit of Clinical Bioethics?

Developing a new approach to Medical Education Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the institution that offers the Curricular Unit of Clinical Bioethics?

FM.UCP.PT Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a teacher in the Curricular Unit of Clinical Bioethics?

Francis Bacon Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the Curricular Unit of Clinical Bioethics?

Clinical Bioethics Signup and view all the answers

How many learning objectives does the Curricular Unit of Clinical Bioethics have?

Only one primary objective is mentioned Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of cultivating ethical awareness and sensibility in medical education?

To promote critical thinking and moral decision-making Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following bioethical principles is most closely associated with the concept of autonomy?

Respect for autonomy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Nuremberg Code in medical ethics?

To establish standards for medical research Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of the Hippocratic Oath?

Confidentiality and privacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of bioethical principles in medical education?

Ethical principles and values in healthcare Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the summative block test in the medical education curriculum?

To assess students' understanding of bioethical principles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of fostering professionalism and ethical conduct in medical education?

To cultivate moral character and ethical behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the seminars and oral presentations in the medical education curriculum?

To discuss topics related to the labs and bioethical principles Signup and view all the answers

What is the main principle of the Hippocratic Promise?

To treat everyone in the best possible way, refraining from causing harm Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Nuremberg Code in 1947?

It introduced the idea of informed consent in medical research Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Declaration of Helsinki, adopted in 1964?

To establish guidelines for ethical medical research involving human subjects Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the commitment to respect and prioritize the patient's well-being in medical practice?

Hippocratic Oath Signup and view all the answers

What event in World War II led to the development of the Nuremberg Code?

The Nazi regime's experimentation on human subjects Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of bioethical principles in medical practice?

The patient's autonomy and well-being Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Hippocratic Promise in the history of medical ethics?

It emphasized the importance of respecting the patient's well-being Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the Nuremberg Code and the Declaration of Helsinki?

The Nuremberg Code is a precursor to the Declaration of Helsinki Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Impact of Scientific Progress on Life

Scientific and technological progress has a significant impact on various forms of life on the globe, including human and non-human lives.

History of Bioethics

World War II led to Nazi experimentation and the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, highlighting the need for ethical considerations in medical research.
The Hippocratic Promise (5th century BCE) emphasized medical commitment to respect and do good for patients, avoiding harm, and maintaining confidentiality.
The Nuremberg Code (1947) established ethical principles for experimentation on human subjects, while the Declaration of Helsinki (1964) further emphasized the importance of cultivating ethical awareness and sensibility.

Objectives of Clinical Bioethics Unit

Explore principles and values in healthcare.
Conduct critical analyses of bioethical issues.
Foster professionalism and ethical conduct.
Initiate understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks.
Emphasize inter/transdisciplinary perspectives.
Encourage ethical reflection and self-awareness.
Facilitate the application of bioethical principles in clinical practice.

Assessment and Evaluation

Summative block test: 50-60 multiple-choice questions, accounting for 60% of the final grade.
Problem-based learning (PBL) grade: 20%.
Final seminar, oral presentation: 20%.

Teaching Team

Coordination: Mara de Sousa Freitas.
Teaching team includes Ana Campos, António Carneiro, Armandina Antunes, Isabel Galriça Neto, Ivone Gaspar, Joaquim Pinheiro, Luís Duarte Madeira, Manuela Escumalha, Nelson Gaspar, and Raquel Ascensão.

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This quiz explores the effects of scientific and technological advancements on human and non-human life, including the dark history of WWII Nazi experimentation and the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.