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Ethics and Law of Sexual Health Medicine, 2005.
A review of the ethics and legal aspects involved in the management of a patient suffering from a sexually transmitted infection.
1,356 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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This paper examines how there can be no doubt that confidentiality is one of the core doctrines of ethical medical practice and has been so since ancient times and how the GMC and other professional organisations stipulate patient confidentiality as an ethical prerequisite, but, crucially, permit breaches of confidentiality in certain circumstances. It provides a comprehensive review of the ethical and legal problems faced by a physician in the management of a patient with a communicable, sexually-transmitted illness.
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"Patients expect to have to divulge the most intimate information to their doctors on a professional basis in order that they receive the most appropriate care. This exchange of information is in return for the [implicit] assurance of confidentiality. Patients would be less willing to present to their doctors if this were not the case and the utilitarian ethic would declare that the harm that this would cause in the long run would far overshadow any benefits. There is also a deontological, or ?duty-based? ethic, which would propose that Peter?s GP has a ?duty? to keep the contents of their consultation in confidence, for this is inextricably linked with the privilege of receiving the information and with upholding the autonomy of the patient. A utilitarian ethic could also propose that a breach of confidentiality would lastingly taint Peter?s view of the medical profession."
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Health and Medicine Today, 2002.
A look at the current state of health and medicine in the world today.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 8 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses the issues of health and medicine in the world today with an emphasis on how the resurgence of alternative therapies and the advent of the Internet have brought about recent changes in these fields in certain regions.
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Ethics in Medicine, 2008.
An application of three ethical theories to a case of patient information privacy.
1,745 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 56.95
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The paper relates that the practice of modern medicine often entails dealing with ethical dilemmas. The paper then focuses on three ethical theories, the feminist (or care-based) ethic, Kantian ethics and utilitarian ethics, and applies them to a specific case where a patient has expressed her specific wishes not to notify her family about her medical condition. The paper explains why according to all these theories, the doctor is prohibited from divulging any of her medical information to anyone without her consent.
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Introduction
Feminist Ethical Analysis
Kantian Analysis
Utilitarian Analysis
Conclusion
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"The practice of modern medicine often entails dealing with ethical dilemmas. Where those decisions are not dictated by law, it is up to the practitioner to make the best possible choice. Sometimes, the issue makes that decision easy; other times, no ideal choice is possible under the circumstances. Bioethics requires the practitioner to consider all reasonable options and to make a good faith attempt to weigh them in a logically sound manner. The problem is that, unlike medicine, "Ethics is not a science; it is an art that requires every ounce of moral imagination, emotion, and thoughtthat we can muster." (Tong 2007)"
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Ethics and Medicine, 2007.
This paper analyzes the moral controversy surrounding pharmacists' refusal to supply certain pills.
3,016 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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The paper discusses if a pharmacist, who is responsible for giving out drugs based on doctors' prescriptions, can refuse to give out drugs due to ethical or religious reasons. Are they justified in any way, or are they in fact failing in their basic duties as a pharmacist? The paper explores this ethical debate and concludes that whether these pharmacists are right or wrong, one must remember that no one can use the power of the government to force an individual into doing something that is against his will. The paper points out that if a customer cannot fill his prescription at one pharmacy, he can always go to another store and avail him/herself of the drug that he/she wants.
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"The US House of Representatives passed a provision in September that would block federal funds from local, state and federal authorities, if it was ever discovered that health care workers were either paying for, or performing, or referring women to, abortionists. According to Gloria Feldt, president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, "The explosion in the number of legislative initiatives and the number of individuals who are just saying, 'We're not going to fill that prescription for you because we don't believe in it' is astonishing". (Jones, 2004)"
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Medicine and Health Care in Ancient Mesopotamia, 2002.
An analysis of health care systems, medicine and civil medical liability in Ancient Mesopotamia.
1,845 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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An examination of the health and medical systems of Ancient Mesopotamia. The concept of sickness is defined for this time period and those who treated the sick, the medical practitioners, are discussed. The paper also looks at the monetary payment structure for medical services and the subsequent penalty structure if payment was not made.
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"During the past century, the rise of modern medicine and biotechnology has been astronomical. Scientists have engineered artificial limbs and organs, developed vaccines for numerous diseases, discovered preventative medical strategies, and created procedures to deal with most known ailments. Specialists have arisen in many fields and a complex payment structure involving insurance and HMOs has been established in modern times. Given this, it is interesting to notice that several of these same features were present in the medical world of ancient Mesopotamia. Of course, the Mesopotamians did not have the levels of understanding that exist today, but it appears that their knowledge was much greater than one would initially assume."
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Financial Ethics of Health Care, 2005.
A discussion of financial ethics in health care.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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The paper discusses financial ethics in health care. The paper further explores research through three articles related to ethical concerns within health care and the financial entities that should abide by them. The paper also discusses what is meant by ethics in health care finance today, as well as determine how this term is applied to the modern health care environment.
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"Financial ethics in health care is considered to be an unspoken "covenant of trust" between health care professionals and society. This covenant includes the expectation that the individual will be placed above all other concerns in health care. The financial obligations of the physician or health care facility are included in this covenant ("Ethical," 1995). This trust was originally formulated in the days when doctors practiced medicine through home visits. Fees were based on a mutual agreement between patient and practitioner ("Ethical," 1995). There were few technologies prompted physicians to conduct research, and an even less proportion of equipment to run tests in the event of illness. Hospitals were community organizations that aided the sick, regardless of their ability to pay. There was little concern for the ethics of health care finance, except in the cases of a physician's desire to earn more income ("Ethical", 1995)."
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The Ethics and Economics of Health Care, 2004.
Examines the ethical issues verses the economic issues of health care and health care coverage today.
1,037 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper explores the ethical and economic concerns small and large businesses face when it comes to providing, or not providing, health care coverage to employees. The paper looks at the need for coverage for employees and the economic burden coverage places on businesses. Situations when a business should be ethically required to supply coverage and when it should not be required to do so are discussed, as well as which types of companies find health care coverage more economically feasible.
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"In the United States today, employers are usually not legally responsible for providing employees with health benefits. Only a few states require employers to provide workers with health care insurance. In other words, an employee has the choice of accepting or rejecting a job that does not provide him or her with health benefits, depending on whether he or she determines such a course of action to be prudent for him or herself. The employer may chose to provide health benefits to an employee or not, extending the option as part of an initial contract of employment, or later on during the employee?s tenure at the company. (Findlaw for Business, 2003, ?Employee?s Rights) The employer?s decision to do so will usually depend on the type of employee his or her business needs to attract to remain financially stable. Extending health benefits are one way of attracting a desirable employee. Usually, the company will do so if this is financially in the company?s interest. However, there is another concern, if the business owner is ethically responsible to provide employees with health benefits?"
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Patent Law & Genetic Medicine, 2006.
A discussion on how legal issues in patent law shape ethical decisions in human stem cell research.
4,186 words (approx. 16.7 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 111.95
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This work examines the issue of human stem cell research from the view of the medical profession with an eye on funding, the public perspective and legislation affecting research of the human genome. Specifically this work explores the patenting process, whether patenting the human genome is plausible, and what consequences might exist in these patents. The paper notes the veritable quietness of the legal community at large in relation to this medical research issue.
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Objective
Terms & Definitions of Study
Introduction
I. Implications of Diamond v. Chakrabarty (1980)
II. Implications of Later Cases
III. Free Market System Impacts
IV. What Ways Do Patents Objectify Human Dignity?
V. Is there a 'just' way of thinking about intellectual property law?
VI. Rights - Technological
VII. Ethics of Patenting the Technique for Human Stem Cell Lines
Summary & Conclusion
Bibliography
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"In review of the patent laws in the United States, the U.S. Patent laws provides that the patent begin on the date that the patent is issued and ends 20 years later on the same date however, in special circumstances that date might be different and patents are considered for extensions as well. In order for issuance of a patent the invention must be a process that is both 'new' and 'useful' and must be a 'process, machine, manufacture or composition of matter' furthermore the invention must bee the standards of 'utility, novelty and non-obviousness' and must be something that is not in use publicly, not in written form or known to others in the same field of study."
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Business Ethics and Sexual Harassment, 2000.
An examination of ethics in general and the harassment case at Burlington Industries for purposes of establishing a code of business ethics.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, $ 47.95
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"Introduction
Until recently, ethical behavior in business was not a formal topic of discussion in most business schools. In today's highly litigious society, however, business professionals and business students are coming to realize that sales and profits are no longer sufficient factors, in and of themselves, on which decisions can be based. Instead, it is vital that decisions take into account ethical issues. Ethics come into play within organizations because decisions are made not by nameless and faceless companies, but by individuals within those companies who have a set of ethics on which their decisions are based. Companies can protect themselves and their employees by putting place a code of ethics which can help guide behavior by employees within the business. This research examines an ethical situation in a business and considers..."
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Ethics and Health Organizations, 1999.
Examines ethical standards established by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Organizations.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 19 sources, $ 111.95
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Examines ethical standards established by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Organizations, with a focus on patient welfare and rights, a critique of utilitarianism, bioethics and nursing practice.
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?GOOD PRACTICE IS GOOD ETHICS IS GOOD MANAGEMENT POLICY?: APPLICATION OF THE JCAHO ETHICAL REQUIREMENTS
Introduction
The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Organizations (JCAHO) establishes standards for health organizations that cover a wide spectrum of operations and responsibilities. One area for which standards are established by the JCAHO is ethics. Ethical standards for health organizations apply to clinical practice, research, and all other aspects of the management of health organizations (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Organizations, 1996c).
To be accredited by the JCAHO, a health organization must be rated satisfactory on an assessment of the organization conducted by the JCAHO. This assessment covers all JCAHO ..."
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Ethics, Health Care and Culture, 2005.
This paper discusses the connection between culture and medical ethics and looks at this matter in particular in Canada.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This essay examines how cultural values enter into the ethical issues involved in health care. The essay looks at some examples of where understanding and respecting the patient's culture is not only important for optimal communication between doctor and patient, but is also important in the healing process. The writer points out that the issue of culture in medical ethics in particularly important in a culturally diverse country like Canada.
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"This essay looks at how cultural values enter into ethical issues in health care and why it is important for health care workers to be aware of and be sensitive to different cultural values that may be associated with health care. This is particularly important in a multi-cultural society like Canada, where patient come from many diverse cultures and are to varying degree living in traditional settings of their culture. Understanding a patient's culture and being sensitive to different cultural views enables the health care workers to optimally communicate with the patient and thus provide the best care for the patient and in accordance with the patient's wishes."
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Computer Ethics in the Health Field, 2006.
A discussion regarding private health information and modern technology.
2,713 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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This paper reviews excerpts of a letter sent to Mike Leavitt, US Secretary of Health and Human Services, on behalf of organizations participating in the Consumer Coalition for Health Privacy. The letter concerns a lost, or perhaps stolen, laptop computer. The paper discusses compromised health information as a result of storing this information in an information technology medium. The paper goes on to discuss how problems are arising in the health industry as a result of information technology that may cause a breach in ethical protocols and undermine the confidence of patients in the health profession.
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"In the same manner trust is structured in the form of policies, information assets - especially medical information - must be guided by policies that determine storage, archiving and access. Medical records in paper based forms are becoming extinct and being replace by digitally stored data. Further, some medical files and records are stored on cards with smart chips carried by patients on their persons that in the event of emergencies, health professionals attending to the ailing patient can easily load the smart card in a reading device and have instant access to the patient's medical history. The digitally stored medical information nowadays are also available online - a doctor in Cincinnati can access (provided authority is given that doctor) a patient's medical record in a database in Seattle or a hospital in Kansas can schedule a San Francisco patient for medical procedures once they get access from the patient's San Francisco medical records."
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Health Care Ethics, 2002.
This paper discuses the issues surrounding the concept that emotions are central to the foundation of nursing ethics.
925 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 32.95
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The paper states that a correct assessment of moral and situational considerations in nursing largely depends on the nurse? own empathy and plays a critical role in minimizing moral conflicts in the handling of both the patient and the patient?s family. The author focuses on patients facing serious or terminal illnesses. The paper states that, even under distressing work conditions, the code of ethics has no room for negative personal emotions that may lead to patient distress.
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"Nortvedt, too, puts forth the irrefutable argument that a correct assessment of moral and situational considerations in nursing largely depends on the individual?s own empathic, emotionally rooted faculties. Nortvedt based his theory on the basis that an individual?s feelings, founded on empathy, plays a critical role in minimizing moral conflicts in the handling of both the patient and the patient?s family."
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Ethics and Environmental Ethics, 2006.
An investigation into ethics and how they apply to natural resource management.
4,455 words (approx. 17.8 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 116.95
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This paper defines ethics and explains some of the different viewpoints on ethics that exist. The paper then gives a critical view of ethics. Next, it discusses Aldo Leopold's land ethic. The paper concludes that there are many different opposing viewpoints in ethics and every person must make up their own ethics by which to live.
Table of Contents:
How do we Define Ethics?
A complicated System of Groups
Ethical Theories
Deontological Versus Teleological Theories
Every Situation is Different
The Critical View of Ethics
The Never Ending Story
Ethics as a Limiting Factor
Ethics as Propaganda
Ethics and the Environment
Aldo Leopold's Ethics
Aldo Leopold's Land Ethic
Conclusion
In the Literature
The Rose Theory
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"In order to discuss ethics, one must first attempt to understand the intricacies involved in this discipline. First, a distinction must be made between ethics and morality. "Ethical wisdom consists in knowing how to frame the ideal, and moral sagacity consists in knowing how to put the ideal to work and realize it in practice" (Rader 1964). In other words, ethics may be thought of as the theory by which morality is practiced. Although separate ideas, neither morality nor ethics can exist without the other. Once this distinction is made, the question must be asked, is ethics a science? Researchers have long tried to answer this question, and many have come to the following conclusion. It is believed that ethics is a "normative science: concerned with norms and standards not empirical facts" (Rader 1964)."
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Occupational Health and Safety: Sexual Harassment, 2002.
A look at the impact of sexual harassment as an occupational health and safety issue.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper focuses on sexual harassment as a workplace health and safety issue. Briefly it is defined and its rate of incidence noted. Then its impacts on employee health and well-being, its consequences, are outlined. Finally, a variety of measures to reduce its occurrence are considered.
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