Ethical Issue Code Gray (1983) The Waiting Room (2012)

The student will watch the documentary Code Gray (1983) or The Waiting Room (2012). These documentaries are available thru the Newman Library. For this paper the student will consider and explore one issue and the complexities in making a decision that has ethical ramifications using the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University Framework for Ethical Decision Making (2017) at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53fw6jOG7RI. Or https://www.scu.edu/ethics/ethics-resources/ethical-decision-making/a-framework-for-ethical-decision-making/

The following guidelines will help you craft your paper: Be sure to review the Ethical Issue Grading rubric to guide your Essay.

Paper will follow APA format to include: Title page, Abstract page, Body of the paper (2-3 pages [750-1000 words]) and Reference page (Maximum total of 5-6 pages, including the title page, abstract page, 2-3 pages of the body, and reference page).

Use headings to help guide your reader through the sections of this paper

• An introductory paragraph where you define the topic. Be sure the purpose of the paper clearly stated.  Remember- in APA format the word “Introduction” is not a heading for the introductory paragraph.
• Explore one ethical dilemma from either documentary Code Gray (1983) or The Waiting Room (2012).  Describe the chosen ethical dilemma.
• What individuals and groups have an important stake in the outcome? Discuss two options that could be used for resolution of the ethical dilemma?
• Evaluate the two options by asking the following questions:
• Considering all these approaches, which approach best addresses the ethical situation and why?
• Discuss one ethical principle that is applicable in making a decision regarding the ethical dilemma with a rationale. Autonomy, justice, beneficence, and non-maleficence are examples of ethical principles that may be considered in the decision. The Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University Framework for Ethical Decision Making (2017), American Nurses Association (ANA) website and your textbook have resources that can help guide in identifying ethical standards. Be sure to cite your references using APA format.
• Clearly describe the impact of this ethical issue on professional nursing.
• Summarize your paper in the concluding paragraph.
• References – 5 required