principles of medical law and ethics]

Question 1

consequentiaslism

Answer 1

moral worth of an action is determined by its outcome

Question 2

utilitariansim

Answer 2

greatest good for the greatest number

maximising pleasure/happiness and minimising pain/unhappiness

Question 3

4 ethical principles

Answer 3

respect for autonomy
non-malfeasance
beneficence
justice

Question 4

4 ethical principles: respect for autonomy

Answer 4

promote right to self determination

confidentiality, informed consent, promote capacity

Question 5

4 ethical principles: non-malfeasance

Answer 5

avoidance of harm

Question 6

4 ethical principles: beneficence

Answer 6

to do good

Question 7

4 ethical principles: justice

Answer 7

fairness/equity

• non-discrimination
• equal Rx for equal need

individual vs population

• rationing
• limits to autonomy

Question 8

duty of candour

Answer 8

be open and honest with patients when something goes wrong with Rx/care which causes, or has potential to cause harm or distress

raise concerns if thing patient’s best interests have been compromised