Ethics in Information Technology

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This paper examines the issue of ethics in Information technology. Specifically, this paper examines a situation that befell the writer some time ago and looks at the ethical and moral implications of a hospital staff member (a staff member known to the writer) who inadvertently accessed private medical information. Although this information proved useful in treating the patient, the paper looks at the implications of such conduct, the outcome arising from this particular incident, and some measures that can be undertaken so that misunderstandings are minimized and the patient's dignity is upheld.

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"Ethics in information technology is vitally important. Today, people live in a society that presents many opportunities for the invasion of their privacy or the privacy of their loved ones. With that in mind, it is evident that an ethical approach to information technology is essential if that new technology and the people who operate it are to be given the legitimacy they desire. One ethical issue that deeply affected this student involved time spent working in a local hospital where personal records were readily accessible. While this student personally was not involved, a business associate was. The core of the issue revolved around privacy, but the real dilemma was this: what course of action should an individual take if he or she inadvertently uncovers electronic information that may assist in the treatment of a patient but is considered to be "classified"."

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