Ethical decision-making model Flashcards
1
Q
Step 1
A
Identify the problem and possible consequences of the problem
- What facts are available?
- What facts are still required?
- What is the ethical problem? (is
there a conflict between one or
more guiding principles?) - What harms are you concerned
about? - Who is affected?
1
Q
Step 2
A
Identify relevant law and professional standards that apply to the case
- What are your legal responsibilities?
- What are your professional
responsibilities? - How can you fulfil these legal and
professional responsibilities in a way
that brings about the best outcome
in the situation?
2
Q
Step 3
A
Identify the available options for resolving the problem and the reasons for and against each option
3
Q
Step 4
A
Formulate a plan of action to resolve the problem
- What strategies do you need to put
in place to improve the chances of a
successful outcome? - How might you mitigate any risks?
- Which processes and or protocols
within your place of practice may
need to be revised to resolve the
problem - What changes will need to be made
to these procedures/protocols to
resolve the problem snd prevent it
from occurring in the future?
