Ethic Questions

Question 1

An eight-year-old child has been admitted to hospital with a significant open fracture to their left leg. The limb is deformed with significant bleeding and the patient is extremely distressed. The parents are demanding immediate action be taken

Answer 1

amputation- if life threatening can save life
but can severely reduce the quality of life.
are the risks worth the reduction
can it cause further problems
other options better suited?
-weigh up options and see which is the best for the specifc patient

Question 2

why is it important to consider the best intrests of the mother in cases involving abortions

Answer 2

beneficence

Question 3

what should be done if a patient refuses treatment for a life-threataning condition

Answer 3

benficince

Question 4

euthanasia

Answer 4

4 pillars
both sides
legality - it is illegal in the uk however it is legal in other countries such as netherlands and early 2023 portugal
-long term pain and only residents
have to be mentaly capable
metal capacity act 2005 - vunrable adults

Question 5

abortion

Answer 5

four pillars
both sides
legality
-first 24 weeks
carried out in licensed
two doctors agree its beneficial
patient autonomy - choice
benificence - patients best interest
non maleficence - harm to baby and mother
confidentiality

Question 6

patient refuses treatment for life threating condition