Confronting an Ethical Dilemma As humans we make many decisions on a day to day basis. Many times these decisions can be made rather easily as the choice is clear. However, when faced with an ethical dilemmas, the outcomes have both short-term and long-term consequences. Unfortunately, these dilemmas are situations in which there might not be a right solution no matter the decision. When faced with an ethical dilemma, Blanchard & Peale, authors of The Power of Ethical Management, suggest that an individual ask themselves three relevant questions to help guide them in making the best decision. The first question is: Is it legal? Then, Is it balanced? And finally, How will it make me feel about myself? (Rasberry, 1988).
Relevant Ethical Principles In the particular scenario,a young couple has a newborn with multiple anomalies and deformities and decides against any life-sustaining medical interventions. One of the main principle in making decisions about one’s health is autonomy. (Parsapoor, A., Parsapoor, M.-B., Rezaei, N., & Asghari, F. (2014). In this …show more content…
In addition, parents who receive options from their doctors are subject to the view, values, and practice style who might be pursued differently. A healthcare team could include or disclude relevant facts or information in hopes of persuading the parents to chose their recommendation and doctors may not consider all viable options for the child unless they are convinced that the options were appropriate (Behrman & Butler, 2007). Another argument that opposes the parents’ decision against using any life sustaining technologies would be that there is no way to know or predict the future. Their child might be able to lead a normal life without suffering or
Relevant Ethical Principles In the particular scenario,a young couple has a newborn with multiple anomalies and deformities and decides against any life-sustaining medical interventions. One of the main principle in making decisions about one’s health is autonomy. (Parsapoor, A., Parsapoor, M.-B., Rezaei, N., & Asghari, F. (2014). In this …show more content…
In addition, parents who receive options from their doctors are subject to the view, values, and practice style who might be pursued differently. A healthcare team could include or disclude relevant facts or information in hopes of persuading the parents to chose their recommendation and doctors may not consider all viable options for the child unless they are convinced that the options were appropriate (Behrman & Butler, 2007). Another argument that opposes the parents’ decision against using any life sustaining technologies would be that there is no way to know or predict the future. Their child might be able to lead a normal life without suffering or