Ethics

Question 1

What are the main ethical theories?

Answer 1

1. Consequentialism - self explanatory - consequences we face because of our choices
2. Deontology - ethics is about rules
3. Virtue Ethics - ethics is about character

Question 2

What is utilitarianism?

Answer 2

It is basically - greatest happiness for the greatest number. Most benefit = the best route

Question 3

What are the four classic biomedical principles?

Answer 3

1. Non-maleficence
2. Beneficence
3. Autonomy
4. Justice

Question 4

What is non-maleficence?

Answer 4

Cause no harm. Donwside: harm could be unavoitable and uncotrolled

Question 5

What is justice?

Answer 5

Justice is giving another their due/what they are owed.

Question 7

What are the main ethical theories?

Answer 7

1. Consequentialism - self explanatory - consequences we face because of our choices
2. Deontology - ethics is about rules
3. Virtue Ethics - ethics is about character

Question 8

What is utilitarianism?

Answer 8

It is basically - greatest happiness for the greatest number. Most benefit = the best route

Question 9

What are the four classic biomedical principles?

Answer 9

1. Non-maleficence
2. Beneficence
3. Autonomy
4. Justice

Question 10

What is non-maleficence?

Answer 10

Cause no harm. Donwside: harm could be unavoitable and uncotrolled

Question 11

What is justice?

Answer 11

Justice is giving another their due/what they are owed.