Essays and Research Papers on Medical Ethics

This 5 page paper discusses the views of euthanasia by David Callahan and John Lachs as a means of understanding the case both for and against euthanasia. Kantanian ethics are discussed along with the differing opinions of both men. Bibliography lists 0 sources.

A 4 page research paper that examines the topic of death and dying from a medical standpoint, but also argues that is more than a medical event and should be approached with sociological, cultural and ethical considerations in mind. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 10 page paper examines the controversial debate regarding human cloning and stem cell research. Some religious arguments are made, but scientific and secular ethical dilemmas are discussed as well. Both sides of the issue are carefully examined. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 12 page overview of stem cell research and the potentially wonderful applications that research could be applied to in the future. The author emphasizes, however, that stem cell utilization requires the harvest of cells. The primary donors are aborted fetuses. The contention is presented that until that limitation can be overcome, ...

This 2 page paper provides an overview of questions related to the AIDS trials in Africa and Asia in the 1990s. When randomized clinical trials of plausible AIDS treatments were tested on HIV positive women in African and Asia in the 1990s, questions were raised about the ethics of these trials.

Although there are national guidelines, the standards for paramedics vary by region and province. This paper discusses the differences in certification standards for British Columbia and Ontario and finds that the two programs are dissimilar in that a paramedic can start working after completing a brief 80-hour training course in British Columbia, whereas all ...

A paper which looks at the use of evidence based practice in treatment and management of dementia, with reference to the implementation of research in order to develop best practice. Bibliography lists 7 sources

A twelve page paper which considers the use of prone ventilation in patients with ARDS, and concludes that although this therapy has been shown to be of benefit in isolated cases, there are still no substantive controlled research studies extant to support its widespread use, especially in patients where satisfactory progress is being made using ...

A 9 page review of the issues surrounding stem cell transplantation. The author distinguishes between embryonic stem cells, bone marrow stem cells, umbilical cord stem cells, and peripheral blood stem cells. While there is considerable controversy surrounds embryonic stem cell transplantation, we as a society must recognize both the realities and the potentials ...

A 4 page discussion of a case involving a surgeon's amputation of the wrong leg. The author presents key foundational assumptions relating to informed consent. Incidents relating to the event are enumerated. The conclusion is presented that hile the amputation of a wrong extremity is medically unacceptable, we must consider the entire ...

A 4 page paper which argues against involuntary euthanasia using the case of Terri Schiavo as the focus of the argument. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the Tuskegee Experiments and discusses if such double blind testing can and does occur today. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which critiques a student paper supporting the position that the primary responsibility of a nurse or healthcare professional is to the patient and these wishes take precedence over those of the family and community. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A paper which looks at Plato's concept of the Noble Lie, and considers the way in which it might be applied to medical ethics: the writer explores the idea that "brain death" might be regarded as a modern example of a Noble Lie put forward by science, rather than religion. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the ethics of cloning dinosaurs. Potential benefits is the subject of speculation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper discussing the case of Baby Rena, whose foster parents insisted on extreme measures to prevent her death even though it was well past time to let her go. Author and theologian Vigen Guroian is highly opposed to euthanasia, though he is not opposed to allowing a person – any person ...

An 8 page research paper/essay that examines the debate between quality versus sanctity of life, particularly in regards to end-of-life decisions. The writer argues that there is evidence that the quality of life perspective has undermined the principle of the sanctity of life and this is detrimental for the good of society. Bibliography lists 10 ...

5 pages in length. Controversy surrounding hotly debated medical procedures abounds, particularly when there are ethical and moral concerns involved. The extent to which stem cell research has ignited a veritable battle is both grand and far-reaching; that opponents and supporters alike hold such fervent opinions illustrates the tremendous implications of the method's ...

A 7 page paper reviewing a series of malpractice cases against surgeons for the purpose of highlighting precautions that could work in physicians’ favor if the patient files a malpractice lawsuit. Physicians’ liability insurance premiums have skyrocketed, and the states most unfavorable to physicians already are beginning to see declining numbers of practicing physicians. ...

This 6 page tutorial reviews an article submitted by a student. The subject is organ donation. The article takes the position that organ donation should not involve compensation. The paper agrees with that position. Additional sources are used to discuss the topic in depth. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 14 page overview of the many considerations of palliative care. Emphasizing palliative care for terminal breast cancer patients, this paper points out that our focus on pharmacological and clinically-based interventions are often myopic, that we need to consider alternative treatment regimes on a case-by-case basis. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

An 11 page paper which examines why some people may not wish to be organ donors because of ethical reasons. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A paper which looks at the medical and ethical issues surrounding resuscitation and DNR orders, with reference to specific legal cases and current guidelines and Trust policies relating to resuscitation. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 4 page research paper that explores the issues surrounding organ transplantation. The write specifically looks at the ethical issues raised by a Colorado man advertising for a donor on the Internet and receiving a donor kidney as a result. The issue of payment for donor organs is also discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3-page paper answers some questions about the difficult issue of sperm harveseting, following the death (or in this case, the brain death) of a man, whose wife wanted to have his child. The two had discussed while he was alive, and this paper addresses the pros and cons of her request. Bibliography lists 2 ...