NUR 3826H Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Primum Non Nocere, Nuremberg Code, Deontological Ethics
Document Summary
Broad basic norms of behavior & character are discussed. From these basic norms rules and rights will be derived and defended. Norms of good moral character are discussed. Norms are general apply to a wide range of conduct. If there is more than one ethical principle action theory looks at the question of how to resolve the conflicts that arise among the principles. Refers to the characteristics and to the people with those characteristics. Benevolent (virtue of doing good) vs beneficence (acting in ways that good consequences happen) Historically used by physicians as the summary of moral/medical wisdom. Pledge of loyalty to the teacher, pledge to certain greek gods and. Code of conduct (divided into 3 parts) Decisions are made by the physician on what is best for the patient based on the physician"s ability and judgment not the patient"s. Hippocratic oath approves of actions intended to benefit another person even if that person does not want the benefit.
