Debates in End-of-Life Care: Ethical Perspectives

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This exam explores ethical debates in end-of-life care, focusing on euthanasia and patient autonomy. Analyze moral perspectives crucial for healthcare discussions.

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Exam Details

Duration: 50 minutes

Prerequisites: Introduction to Bioethics, Medical Ethics, Philosophy of Medicine

Key Topics

  • End-of-Life Care
  • Euthanasia
  • Assisted Suicide
  • Patient Autonomy
  • Ethical Implications

Learning Outcomes

  • Discuss Ethical Debates
  • Analyze Patient Autonomy
  • Evaluate Palliative Care
  • Articulate End-of-Life Dilemmas

Full Description

This exam examines the ethical debates surrounding end-of-life care, including euthanasia, assisted suicide, and palliative care. Students will evaluate differing perspectives on the morality of life-ending decisions and explore their implications for patient autonomy and dignity.

The significance of understanding end-of-life issues is paramount in the context of modern medicine and healthcare policies, where ethical frameworks guide clinical practices and patient decision-making processes. These discussions shape societal attitudes towards life and death.

The assessment will evaluate the articulate expression of ethical arguments, allowing students to demonstrate their grasp of controversial issues and ethical principles as they relate to end-of-life scenarios.

Students will be encouraged to engage critically with case studies and articulate their viewpoints on complex ethical dilemmas in a respectful and informed manner.

Sample Questions

  • What are the primary ethical arguments for and against euthanasia?
  • How does patient autonomy shape ethical considerations in end-of-life decisions?

Field: Humanities

Subfield: Philosophy

Specialization: Bioethics

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