Ethics- Medical Ethics Flashcards
What is agape?
This is Gods unconditional love for all of humankind.
What is the sanctity of life?
This is the belief that life is given to us from God and is very special. So should be treated right and valued by everyone. This means that all humans have the right to live.
The most loving thing to do?
With any decisions involving life, this will be taken into consideration by Christians they will make the decision based on what is the most loving things to do.
What is a counter argument to the most loving thing to do?
God knows everything therefore this will all be part of his plan. So it should be accepted and you should do nothing to try and influence events.
Define abortion
The wilful termination of pregnancy
Christian beliefs on abortion?
They believe with the sanctity of life argument that abortion is wrong. Roman Catholic Church say that abortion is not acceptable.
Church of England believe it is acceptable if it is the most loving thing to do.
What is fertility treatment?
Medical assistance to help a couple conceive.
Denomination beliefs on fertility treatments?
Roman Catholics are against them they will advise adoption instead.
Christians believe that it is playing God and goes against his plan.
God is the only one who has the power to create and take away life.
What is Euthanasia?
Medical intervention to end life.
What are Christian beliefs on Euthanasia?
They believe that it is wrong because only God has the power to end life, as it is all part of his plan.
Why can euthanasia be right?
Because we have free will given to us by God
It may be acceptable if it the most loving thing to do.
Suicide
Beliefs in this are similar to that of euthanasia because it is interfering with Gods plan, as you are ending your life early. Instead christians would offer support and help to those feeling suicidal.
Why are humans more important than Animals?
Humans were given souls by God whereas animals do not. Also christians believe that it is not acceptable to test on animals if it is for the benefit of humans.
