Ethical Theories in Nursing

Differentiate deontological ethics by comparing the assertions of Thomas Aquinas, Immanuel Kant, William Ross and the concept of utilitarianism.

Compare and contrast hedonic and eudemonistic utilitarianism.

Distinguish each of the prima facie duties.

Discuss virtue ethics.

Discuss contractarian ethics using Rawl’s theory of justice.

What is the acceptable course of action in the case of conjoined twins, Mary and Jodie?

• Not intervene and see both babies die

• Intervene and save one life, Jodie

Emma is studying the philosophical ideas of St. Thomas Aquinas. What is the core idea of St. Thomas Aquinas?

• Natural Law

• Categorical Imperative

• Prima Facie Duties

• Greatest Happiness Principle

What is the core idea of Immanuel Kant?

• Natural Law

• Categorical Imperative

• Prima Facie Duties

• Greatest Happiness Principle

What is the core idea of William Ross?

• Natural Law

• Categorical Imperative

• Prima Facie Duties

• Greatest Happiness Principle

What is the core idea of Utilitarianism?

• Natural Law

• Categorical Imperative

• Prima Facie Duties

• Greatest Happiness Principle