Bioethics provides the framework you need to confidently approach ethics challenges. This introductory lesson is your springboard into the world of bioethics!

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This lesson delves into the cornerstone of bioethics: respect for autonomy.

• Unlock the meaning of autonomy in healthcare.

Equip yourself to:

• Build stronger patient-provider relationships based on trust.
• Approach ethical dilemmas with clarity and confidence.

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This lesson tackles the foundational principle of non-maleficence – avoiding harm to patients.

• Understand the concept of non-maleficence in healthcare.
• Learn to identify potential harms in various scenarios.
• Develop strategies to minimize and prevent harm to patients.

By the end, you’ll be able to:

• Prioritize patient safety in all your decisions.
• Make ethical judgements that minimize risks.
• Confidently navigate situations where non-maleficence is challenged.

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This lesson explores the principle of beneficence, the ethical responsibility to benefit your patients.

• Uncover the deeper meaning of beneficence in healthcare.
• Learn strategies to go beyond simply avoiding harm.
• Explore approaches to actively promote patient well-being.

By the end, you’ll gain the ability to:

• Identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes.
• Make ethical decisions that promote patient well-being.
• Develop a patient-centered approach that prioritizes positive outcomes.

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This session delves into the critical principle of justice in healthcare – ensuring fair access and allocation of resources.

• Briefly unpack the complexities of justice in healthcare settings.
• Start to identify potential inequalities and learn strategies to address them.

By the end, you’ll be able to:

• Recognise situations where justice is challenged.
• Advocate for equitable access to healthcare resources.
• Make ethical decisions that promote fairness in patient care.

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Facing ethical dilemmas can be tricky, especially when principles seem to clash. There’s no strict hierarchy provided by the principles, so you’ll need to carefully weigh them in each situation. To make sound decisions, develop strong moral reasoning to justify prioritising one principle over another. 

In this lesson you will receive a 3-step framework.

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A common misconception is that ethics are irrelevant because “it’s all relative.” This view, called ethical relativism, suggests morality depends solely on a culture’s norms.

In this lesson, briefly gain clarity on this topic.

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