-
Engineering and Architecture
Exams
Colleges
Predictors
Resources
-
Computer Application and IT
Quick Links
Colleges
-
Pharmacy
Colleges
Resources
-
Hospitality and Tourism
Colleges
Resources
Diploma Colleges
-
Competition
Other Exams
Resources
-
School
Exams
Top Schools
Products & Resources
-
Study Abroad
Top Countries
Student Visas
-
Arts, Commerce & Sciences
Exams
Colleges
Upcoming Events
Resources
-
Management and Business Administration
Colleges & Courses
Predictors
-
Learn
Online Courses
Engineering Preparation
Medical Preparation
-
Online Courses and Certifications
Top Streams
Specializations
- Digital Marketing Certification Courses
- Cyber Security Certification Courses
- Artificial Intelligence Certification Courses
- Business Analytics Certification Courses
- Data Science Certification Courses
- Cloud Computing Certification Courses
- Machine Learning Certification Courses
- View All Certification Courses
Resources
-
Medicine and Allied Sciences
Colleges
Predictors
Resources
-
Law
Resources
Colleges
-
Animation and Design
Exams
Predictors & Articles
Colleges
Resources
-
Media, Mass Communication and Journalism
Colleges
Resources
-
Finance & Accounts
Top Courses & Careers
Colleges
Get Answers to all your Questions
Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.
Passage:
Title: "The Ethical Dilemma"
In the realm of medical ethics, practitioners often find themselves facing complex dilemmas that require careful consideration. One such dilemma revolves around the concept of patient autonomy and the duty of care.
Consider a scenario where a terminally ill patient expresses a strong desire to discontinue life-sustaining treatment. The patient is of sound mind and resolute in their decision. The medical team, however, believes that continuing treatment may offer a slim chance of improvement. This situation raises profound ethical questions.
The principle of patient autonomy asserts that individuals have the right to make decisions about their own medical care, even if those decisions may lead to their own demise. Respecting this autonomy is fundamental to ethical medical practice. However, the duty of care compels healthcare providers to act in the best interests of the patient's well-being.
In such a scenario, the medical team is faced with a moral quandary. Should they honour the patient's wishes and discontinue treatment, respecting their autonomy? Or should they persist with treatment, guided by the belief that every possible avenue for recovery should be pursued?
The resolution of this ethical dilemma is far from straightforward. It requires a nuanced understanding of the competing principles at play and a commitment to upholding the patient's rights while also fulfilling the duty of care.
Given the scenario presented, which principle takes precedence in guiding medical decision-making?
Patient autonomy
Duty of care
Medical advancement
Ethical standards
Answers (1)
In this scenario, the principle of patient autonomy, which grants individuals the right to make decisions about their own medical care, takes precedence.
