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What is the field within applied ethics that focuses on ethical issues related to biology and life sciences?
What is the field within applied ethics that focuses on ethical issues related to biology and life sciences?
- Beliefs
- Values
- Attitudes
- Bioethics (correct)
Which term refers to the assumptions we make about ourselves, about others, and the world based on faith rather than fact?
Which term refers to the assumptions we make about ourselves, about others, and the world based on faith rather than fact?
- Morals
- Ethics
- Values
- Beliefs (correct)
What is the term for a psychological struggle resulting from incompatible or opposing needs or wishes?
What is the term for a psychological struggle resulting from incompatible or opposing needs or wishes?
- Attitude
- Morals
- Conflict (correct)
- Dilemma
Which term refers to codes of conduct behavior that put values into practice as actions?
Which term refers to codes of conduct behavior that put values into practice as actions?
What is the term for a situation in which two or more moral obligations, rights, or ideals come into conflict with one another?
What is the term for a situation in which two or more moral obligations, rights, or ideals come into conflict with one another?
Which term refers to a systematic, rational way to work through dilemmas and determine the best course of action in the face of conflicting choices?
Which term refers to a systematic, rational way to work through dilemmas and determine the best course of action in the face of conflicting choices?
What is the working definition of morality according to the text?
What is the working definition of morality according to the text?
According to the text, where do morals come from?
According to the text, where do morals come from?
What is the relationship between ethics and morals according to the text?
What is the relationship between ethics and morals according to the text?
How are ethics different from morals, as mentioned in the text?
How are ethics different from morals, as mentioned in the text?
What is the need for ethics in society, as mentioned in the text?
What is the need for ethics in society, as mentioned in the text?
According to the text, why do people act unethically?
According to the text, why do people act unethically?
How does the text define morals?
How does the text define morals?
What is the origin of the word 'ethics', according to the text?
What is the origin of the word 'ethics', according to the text?
According to the text, what do moral values involve?
According to the text, what do moral values involve?
Why is ethical behavior considered necessary for a society to function in an orderly manner?
Why is ethical behavior considered necessary for a society to function in an orderly manner?
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Bioethics
Bioethics
Field of applied ethics focusing on biological and life sciences.
Beliefs
Beliefs
Assumptions we make based on faith rather than fact.
Conflict
Conflict
Psychological struggle from opposing needs or wishes.
Morals
Morals
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Dilemma
Dilemma
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Ethics
Ethics
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Morality
Morality
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Source of Morals
Source of Morals
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Ethics vs Morals
Ethics vs Morals
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Need for Ethics
Need for Ethics
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Unethical Actions
Unethical Actions
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Definition of Morals
Definition of Morals
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Origin of Ethics
Origin of Ethics
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Moral Values
Moral Values
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Ethical Necessity
Ethical Necessity
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Study Notes
Ethics and Morality
- The field of applied ethics that focuses on ethical issues related to biology and life sciences is bioethics.
Critical Thinking
- Faith assumptions are the assumptions we make about ourselves, others, and the world based on faith rather than fact.
Psychological Concepts
- A psychological conflict is a psychological struggle resulting from incompatible or opposing needs or wishes.
Ethics in Practice
- Codes of conduct are codes of behavior that put values into practice as actions.
- Ethical dilemmas occur when two or more moral obligations, rights, or ideals come into conflict with one another.
Ethical Decision-Making
- Ethical decision-making is a systematic, rational way to work through dilemmas and determine the best course of action in the face of conflicting choices.
Morality and Ethics
- Morality is the working definition of what is right and wrong, and is based on personal values and beliefs.
- Morals come from cultural, religious, and personal values and beliefs.
- Ethics is the study of morality, and involves the systematic analysis of moral values and principles.
- Ethics is more abstract and theoretical than morals, which are more concrete and practical.
- Ethics is necessary in society to provide a framework for making decisions and to promote social cohesion.
Why Ethics Matters
- People act unethically due to factors such as personal gain, pressure, and self-interest.
- Morals are based on personal values and beliefs, and involve the principles of right and wrong.
- The word ethics originates from the Greek word "ethos", meaning character.
- Moral values involve the principles of right and wrong, and are based on cultural, religious, and personal beliefs.
- Ethical behavior is considered necessary for a society to function in an orderly manner because it promotes social cohesion, trust, and respect for others.
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Test your knowledge of nursing ethics, professionalism, and terminologies related to ethics in nursing. This quiz covers the definition of ethics, bio-ethics, morals, values, beliefs, attitudes, conflicts, and dilemmas in nursing, as well as the importance of ethics and the criteria and characteristics of a professional nurse.
