Applied Ethics Flashcards
1
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Define ethics.
A
Right/wrong
2
Q
Define morals.
A
How people behave.
3
Q
What are the two theories of ethics?
A
- Deontology: judges based on what is wrong
2. Consequentialism: based on effects of actions on individuals
4
Q
What are research ethics boards?
A
- Independent, multidisciplinary teams review research proposals for ethical acceptability according to TCPS (certain principles)
- Specific composition
- Review process
5
Q
Define privacy.
A
Individuals’ right to control personal data and information about themselves.
6
Q
Define confidentiality.
A
Researchers obligation to safeguard and protect information participants provide.
7
Q
Name 3 types of misconduct in health research.
A
- Fabrication
- Falsification
- Plagiarism:
8
Q
Define conflict of interest.
A
A professional judgement.