Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module introduces students to analysis and reasoning in the philosophy and ethics tradition. The nature of nursing will be examined; as will key concepts which are said to underpin clinical nursing practice, and which also permeate the professional and academic literature.Various ethical theories and principles are discussed and applied to cases and issues relevant to nursing and health care. The notion of ethical problems, judgements and decisions will be analysed and explored from the perspective of three theories of ethics: deontology, utilitarianism and virtue theory. A broad framework for ethical decision making will be critically evaluated. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Consider the nature of nursing and the ethical domain of clinical practice. 2. Apply key skills of philosophical analysis and ethical reasoning. 3. Identify ethical issues in nursing practice and health care. 4. Apply ethical theories and principles to specific cases from practice. 5. Weigh the relative strengths of different positions on ethical issues. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Philosophy and EthicsOverview of what philosophy / ethics is and what it seek to doCritical thinkingDeveloping and evaluating argumentsThe nature of nursingAn examination of nursing as a discipline and practice in the 21st century health serviceEthical principlesOverview of the main principles and their application to nursingThe concept of careAn analysis of the concept of care in nursing and health care practiceDeveloping and ethical perspectiveAn examination of the moral domain of nursing practice and the ethical dimension of the nurse/patient relationshipAdvocacyDescription and evaluation of different ethical perspectivesEthical theoriesOverview of the main theories and their applicaion to nursingPersonhoodDescription and evaluation of different ethical perspectivesInformed consentDescription and evaluation of different ethical perspectivesEmotions ad ethicsAn overview of the relevance of emotions in ethical decision making | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 60036, DVD, 2001, Wit, United States, HBO, 60037, DVD, 2004, The doctor, London, Buena Vista Home Entertainment, 60038, DVD, 2002, One flew over the cuckoo's nest, London, Warner Home Video, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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