Module 3 - Ethics/End of Life

Question 1

What are the 6 main ethical principles?

Answer 1

1. Autonomy (self determination)
2. Non-malificence
3. Beneficence
4. Justice (act fairly)
5. Fidelity
6. Veracity

Question 2

What are the 5 conditions of euthanasia?

Answer 2

1. Intentionality
2. Evidence of Suffering
3. Motivated by beneficence
4. Painlessness
5. Non-fetal humanity

Question 3

What is the End of Life Choice Act 2019?

Answer 3

The Act outlines the legal framework for assisted dying, including eligibility criteria and some key safeguards

Question 4

What ethical issues are raised with euthanasia?

Answer 4

Patient autonomy vs family wishes
Humane vs dehumanising disease

Question 5

What is the criteria for end of life (6 conditions)?

Answer 5

1. Aged over 18yrs
2. NZ citizen/permanent resident
3. Suffering terminal illness <6mths to live
4. Advanced state of irreversible decline in physical capability
5. Unbearable suffering with no relief
6. Competent to make an informed decision

Question 6

Explain nursing ethics

Answer 6

• moral compass
• values : personal and professional
• moral agency = ethics in action
• values clarification