"Genetic Turning Points" by James C. Peterson
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A 5 page paper which summarizes and outlines two particular points made in James C. Peterson's book "Genetic Turning Points: The Ethics of Human Genetic Intervention." Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.
Filename: RAjpeter.rtf

'Death On Demand' / Demand Is A Powerful Word
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A 5 page paper on the book, 'Death on Demand' by Dale Hill. The subject matter is discussed as powerful and emotional. The pain of those faced with such a decision is considered. The impact of this book is described as being very poignaint and real. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Demand2.wps

2 Ethics Questions
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A 5 page research paper that explores the medical ethics in 2 situations. In the first scenario, the writer discusses the problem of a patient in the early stages of Alzheimer's who does not have a health care proxy. In the second, the writer discusses the treatment of a minor adolescent who does not wish her parents to be informed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khethmed.rtf

A Case of Medicare Fraud
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This 4 page paper uses a case study submitted by a student as a springboard for discussion. The case involves a doctor who over treats patients in order to profit. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA309frd.rtf

A Proposal for Objectively Evaluating 'Fortitude'
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A 9 page proposal to examine written hospital complaints which have been lodged by a patient's family member in order to ascertain the concept of fortitude. Includes a detailed sample letter and defines fortitude and gives modern interpretations of it based on the popular literature. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Fortitud.wps

Abortion Controversy: Pro-Life or Pro-Choice?
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It seems that Americans want to oppose abortion and yet keep it legal. This controversial paper considers both sides of the abortion debate and the ethics regarding each viewpoint. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JGAabrtn.wps

An Argument Against Euthanasia
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This 8 page report discusses issues associated with euthanasia and presents an argument against the practice. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWuthan.rtf

An Argument for Active Euthanasia For People With Fatal Diseases
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A 5 page overview of the issues surrounding euthanasia. Provides a brief background of the practice and distinguishes between active and passive euthanasia. Suggests that death is a right, not a privilege to be withheld by either medical staff or family. Emphasizes the importance of a living will. Includes a one-half page Roman Numeral Outline. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPeutha3.wps

An Ethical Analysis of Stem Cell Research
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A 10 page overview of the many considerations which are inherent in stem cell research. This paper defines the procedures and outlines its many applications. The author then presents a discussion of the principle of autonomy, the principle of beneficence, and the principle of justice. The importance of informed consent is emphasized, the possibility of exploitation of certain genders or socioeconomic groups is broached, and the reality of unequal access to the benefits is acknowledged. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPstemEt.rtf

Animal Testing; An Ethical Dilemma
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This 5 page paper looks at the issue of the use of animals for biomedical research. A proposed (fictitious) piece of legislation which would ban the use of all mammals with the exceptions of rodents is considered. The reasons why animal testing should continue as well as the arguments against tit are considered with evidence presented for each side of the debate. The bibliography cites 8 sources.
Filename: TEanimts.wps

Antidepressant Use in Children
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A 6 page paper discussing the dramatic increase in antidepressant use in children and adolescents in recent years that has created controversy among clinical practitioners. Some are vehemently opposed to their use; others believe they should be used with caution if they can serve a positive purpose. The paper recommends that clinicians call in parents when they are tempted to prescribe antidepressants for a child or adolescent. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSantiDep.wps

AORN Journal’s 2002 Ethics in Nursing Series
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A 3 page paper discussing a series of nine articles appearing in the AORN Journal between April and December, 2002. The value of the series of articles is that each article focuses on a specific point of stated, formal ethics code to explain to perioperative nurses precisely what the standards mean for them. Ethics codes necessarily must be broad enough to apply to a wide range of situations, but narrow enough to be meaningful and to provide direction when questions arise. This AORN Journal series has the effect of narrowing perspective to illustrate the relevance of ANA’s code of ethics to perioperative nursing. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: KSnursEthSeries.rtf