Section 1: Introduction to Healthcare Ethics

Question 1

Purpose of ethics

Answer 1

Helps to identify the right action amongst a set of options when we are faced with a moral dilemma

Question 2

3 key ethic frameworks used

Answer 2

1. Consequentialism
2. Duty-based Ethics (Deontology)
3. Virtue Ethics

Question 3

Purpose of medical ethics

Answer 3

To aid in medical decision making, esp how best to allocate healthcare resources.