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Abortion: Analysis Of The Bioethical And Metaphysical Standpoint, Lauren Kovarick
Abortion: Analysis Of The Bioethical And Metaphysical Standpoint, Lauren Kovarick
Richard T. Schellhase Essay Prize in Ethics
The antagonistic relationship between a mother and their unborn child creates the controversial topic of abortion. With massive moral implications and consequences associated, education on the laws and reasoning is significant to determine the direction of society. To analyze the ethics of abortion, the bioethical and metaphysical debate must be considered. With the former, the four principles of bioethics are used in healthcare practice to break down an ethical concern. On the metaphysical side, the life-status and rights of the fetus are acknowledged. With this topic, it is important not to argue in favor of one position, but instead have …
Ethical Considerations Regarding Paternalism In Medicine, Lola Holcomb
Ethical Considerations Regarding Paternalism In Medicine, Lola Holcomb
Richard T. Schellhase Essay Prize in Ethics
Paternalism and autonomy are typically conceptualized as opposing theoretical frameworks. With respect to medical ethics, autonomy is practiced by the patient when he/she has liberty and control over his/her own medical matters, and his/her opinions supersede those of the physician. Paternalism is practiced by the physician when he/she restricts the patient’s autonomy (sometimes against the patient’s will) to promote health and well-being while discouraging undesirable behaviors. This paper details and analyzes a number of cases of medical paternalism in practice, both from the past and in the present day, with the purpose of examining associated ethical considerations. Attention is given …