Death With Dignity Scenario and Reflection Click to view the Death with Dignity scenario. In the scenario assignments, you are asked to reflect on responses to the presented scenario. It should not just be writing down your first reaction or what you already know. Reflection involves critical thinking,...
In your own words, describe the primary difference between consequentialist and non-consequentialist approaches to ethics. Choose one of the major theories associated with consequentialism: what objections might be made to this theory? Choose one of the major theories associated with non-consequentialism: what objections might be made to...
Stem cells are undifferentiated, primitive cells with the ability both to multiply and to differentiate into specific kinds of cells. Stem cells hold the promise of allowing researchers to grow specialized cells or tissue, which could be used to treat injuries or disease (e.g., spinal...
Some consider fair access to health care a moral right, while others disagree. We have defined the term moral right as "a privilege to act in some specific, intentional manner or to obtain some specific benefit because one is a moral agent living in a...
How do you define privacy? Do you believe privacy is a moral right? Why or why not? Are there any cases in which public health policy justifies the violation of the right to privacy? Remember to respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts with feedback on...
Recall this week's presentation. Does a person in need of an organ transplant have a moral right to obtain that transplant, supposing the availability of the needed organ? How should we choose who gets a transplant, supposing that there are not enough organs for all who...
Abortion is one of the most difficult and controversial moral issues we will consider. Listen to both sides, even if it is difficult to do. Both sides have important moral insights, even if ultimately these insights are outweighed by the insights of the other side....
Animal research is a necessary practice in the world of medical research, allowing scientists to develop life-saving interventions and to spot catastrophic problems before new techniques or products make their way to actual patients. However, this does not mean that we should deny that there...
This week, we are learning about issues surrounding human genetics and eugenics, including stem cell research, cloning, and genetic testing and treatment. Choose and describe a scientific technique or practice related to genetics and eugenics. Provide the rationale behind the use of this technique or practice. Discuss...
In your own words, describe the difference between euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide. Select an argument for or against either euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide. How would you defend your argument? In addition to your main response, you must also post substantive responses to at least two of your...