VIII. BIOETHICS AND ITS APPLICATION IN VARIOUS HEALTH CARE SITUATIONS Flashcards
refers to the complex and multifaceted aspect of human life that encompasses a person’s sexual orientation, gender identity, sexual behaviors, and emotional and social interactions related to sexual relationships.
Sexuality
refers specifically to the biological process by which new individuals of the same species are produced, involving the union of sperm and egg to form a zygote that develops into an embryo and eventually a fetus.
Human Reproduction
involves recognizing and respecting the inherent dignity, autonomy, and rights of individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or sexual behaviors. It requires nurses to provide non-judgmental and unbiased care, promoting acceptance, inclusivity, and cultural sensitivity in their interactions with patients.
Human Sexuality and Its Moral Evaluation
as a legally and socially recognized union between two individuals, typically characterized by a committed relationship, mutual consent, and often involving shared responsibilities and rights.
Marriage
refer to the ethical considerations and principles that guide nurses in providing care and support to individuals within the context of marriage.
fundamentals of marriage
What are the fundamentals of mariage
Respect for Autonomy:
Non-judgmental Care
Privacy and Confidentiality
Cultural Sensitivity:
Support for Healthy Relationships
Identification of Ethical Issues
Collaboration and Advocacy:
Ethical considerations regarding sex outside marriage in nursing bioethics typically revolve around respecting individual autonomy, providing non-judgmental care, and promoting sexual health and well-being.
ethical considerations related to homosexuality involve recognizing and respecting the rights, dignity, and autonomy of individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other sexual orientations or gender identities).
Sex Outside Marriage and Homo- sexuality
The ethico-moral responsibility of nurses regarding contraception involves several key aspects:
Respect for Autonomy:
Non-judgmental and Unbiased Care
Access to Contraceptive Services:
Comprehensive Sexual Health Education
Ethical Dilemmas and Consultation
refers to the use of medical interventions or technologies to facilitate human reproduction in cases where natural conception is not possible or is unlikely to be successful. This includes techniques such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), surrogacy, and gamete or embryo donation.
Artificial reproduction
is a reproductive technology that involves the direct introduction of sperm into a woman’s reproductive tract to facilitate fertilization and increase the chances of pregnancy
Artificial insemination
a reproductive technology that involves the fertilization of an egg with sperm outside the woman’s body, in a laboratory setting. The resulting embryos are then transferred into the woman’s uterus with the goal of achieving a pregnancy.
In-vitro fertilization (IVF
a practice in which a woman carries and gives birth to a child on behalf of another person or couple.
Surrogate motherhood,
Right to Life: Some argue that the fetus has a right to life from the moment of conception, and abortion is seen as the intentional destruction of a human life. These perspectives prioritize the protection of fetal rights.
Autonomy and Reproductive Choice: Others emphasize the autonomy and reproductive rights of the pregnant individual, asserting that they have the right to make decisions about their own body and pregnancy. These perspectives prioritize the rights and well-being of the pregnant individual.
Circumstances and Context: Ethical discussions often consider the circumstances surrounding the pregnancy, such as cases of rape, incest, or severe fetal abnormalities. Some argue that these circumstances may affect the moral evaluation of abortion, allowing for exceptions or different ethical considerations
Abortion:
The morality of abortion revolves around differing beliefs about the status of the fetus and the rights of the pregnant individual.
Autonomy and Consent: Rape involves a severe violation of bodily autonomy and consent. Ethical discussions focus on the importance of supporting the survivor’s autonomy and providing appropriate medical, psychological, and legal support.
Mental and Emotional Health: The emotional and psychological impact of rape is significant, and ethical considerations prioritize the survivor’s well-being and access to necessary care and support.
Reproductive Choices: If pregnancy occurs as a result of rape, ethical discussions center on the rights and reproductive choices of the survivor. Some argue that access to abortion should be available in these circumstances, recognizing the traumatic nature of the experience.
Rape is a heinous act of violence
Quality of Life: Evaluating the quality of life of individuals facing severe illness, suffering, or terminal conditions is a significant ethical consideration. Discussions center on balancing the relief of suffering with the preservation of life.
Autonomy and Dignity: Ethical perspectives emphasize the autonomy and dignity of individuals in making decisions about their own lives, including end-of-life choices. These perspectives prioritize the respect for individual autonomy.
Sanctity of Life: Other ethical perspectives prioritize the sanctity of life and argue against intentionally causing or hastening death.
Other Problems Related to Destruction of Life:
There are additional ethical concerns related to the destruction of life in various contexts, such as euthanasia, assisted suicide, or end-of-life decisions.
