Health and ethics
Part I: Ethical Framework
In your opinion.
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When you are faced with an ethical dilemma, what do you consider in making
a decision? Describe your “ethical processes” or “ethical framework” (i.e. what
steps you take in making an ethical decision). 250 words
Part II: Using the Frameworks to Analyze Ethical Dilemmas
Apply what you know.
The readings provide an overview of two ethical frameworks to use in decision-making
in the healthcare setting. Let’s unpack the ethical dilemma(s) presented in the Grey’s
Anatomy episode as we respond to the following questions.
The ethical dilemma that you should focus on is the scenario of the pregnant woman and
her request to have her tubes tied.
This video can be found in a number of areas including Hulu and ABC.go. The links
below share a summary and transcripts of the episode.
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Grey’s Anatomy: Season 2, Episode 23 (summary)Links to an external
site. (transcripts)Links to an external site.
1. Decide with your classmates what are the ethical dilemmas presented in this
episode?
2. Discuss who are the stakeholders in this episode? Remember to consider
individuals, families, communities, and organizations in your answer.
3. Come to a consensus on what your recommendations would be for handling
the situation? Consider and include each component below in your response:
o Ethical principles
o Ethical theories
o PYTHON principle
o Six step process (Doherty & Purtilo) for ethical decision-making
4. How might your recommendations change the outcome presented in this
episode? 500 words
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