End of life care Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four pillars of principle based ethics?
A
Autonomy
Beneficence
Non-maleficence
Justice
2
Q
What was the name of the system where the doctor made all the decisions rather than the patient?
A
Paternalism
3
Q
What is the principle of utilitarianism?
A
Maximise utility for the benefit of majority
The greatest good for society as a whole
Consequence matters
4
Q
What is the principle of deontologism?
A
One must do the right thing regardless of the consequences
5
Q
Withdrawal of treatment is the same as withdrawal of care
True or false?
A
False
Patient is never abandoned by the healthcare team
6
Q
What is essential to make the decision to withdraw non-beneficial treatment?
A
Notes on situation and full discussion between family and doctor
Completed DNR
