Discussion 4.1: Ethical Theories
Review Introduction to Health Care Ethics [11:31]Links to an external site.
Explain healthcare ethics.
Describe how ethical theories on p. 413 in Ch. 15 of Legal Aspects of Health Care
Administration differ, as well as how they are helpful to caregivers and the ethics committee that is resolving ethical issues.
Identify the inherent problem with ethical decisions.
Include an example (not from the book or video) of a challenging healthcare ethical decision.
Include information from both the text and the video as references in your responses.
Week 4 Discussion 4.2: Principles of Healthcare Ethics
What is the purpose of ethical principles?
Explain the four principles of healthcare ethics.
Post your initial substantive response by Thursday 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time).