Ethics Flashcards

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What is deontology

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Autonomy, respecting patient’s right to make a decision

Is the act right or wrong in itself, irreevant of benefits for me or other possible consequences

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What is consequentialism

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Whether some action is right or wrong depends upon consequences

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What is utilitarianism

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Act always to maximise the greatest happinness of the greatest number of people/Is it beneficial

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4
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Minimum age for a competent adult

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16

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What are virtue ethics

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Moral character and being honest to yourself and consistent in your acts

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Main biomedical ethics principles according to Baeuchamp and Childress

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Respect for autonomy
Beneficence
Non-maleficence
Justice

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