Patients: values and narratives

Question 1

Learning outcomes

Answer 1

Explain the value of a patient’s narrative and its role in ethical decision-making
Explain in what ways values and beliefs may affect patient choice and doctor’s practice and how ethical dilemmas may arise
Name the 4 key attributes of care which must be maintained, whatever one’s values, as defined by GMC
Outline the limits of conscientious objection as described by the GMC
Name the areas in which BMA support conscientious objection, and know which of these are legally protected
Explain the key points from the ‘Janaway’ case and the ‘Eweida and others’ case
Recognise why medical students have different guidelines on conscientious objection to medical doctors.
State 4 reasons why some argue that conscientious objection should not be allowed in medical practice.