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Ethical Issues

Peter Mcnee, Maggie Furness

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This chapter contains section titled: Introduction Aim of the chapter Intended learning outcomes Why study ethics? A definition of ethics Introduction to ethical theories Theory of consequentialism Utilitarianism Act utilitarianism Rule utilitarianism Theory of deontology Ethical principles Principle of autonomy Ethical principle of beneficence Ethical principle of non-maleficence Ethical principle of justice A nursing ethic Definition of an ethical dilemma Ethical decision making A suggested model for ethics in practice/decision making Conclusion Useful websites Recommended reading References

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Key concepts: Utilitarianism, Beneficence, Deontological ethics, Ethical dilemma, Ethical theory, Consequentialism, Autonomy, Economic Justice