Asked by Anica Tacna on Apr 27, 2024
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The parents of a 12-year-old boy refuse chemotherapy to treat the child's leukemia,saying they will not ruin what is left of his life with drugs that will make him feel sicker.Which solution to this ethical dilemma would demonstrate compromise,maintaining the integrity of all involved?
A) Agreeing to allow the child to avoid chemotherapy
B) Explaining to the parents that without chemotherapy the child will die.
C) Obtaining a court order to require the parents to allow chemotherapy.
D) Agreeing to administer the chemotherapy agent with the fewest side effects.
Chemotherapy Agent
A chemical substance used in the treatment of cancer, targeting and killing rapidly dividing cells.
Ethical Dilemma
A situation where a person must choose between moral principles, often in professional or personal contexts, where clear right and wrong answers may not exist.
Compromise
An agreement or settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side making concessions.
- Approach and rectify ethical predicaments and moral disquietude through methodical decision-making processes.
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Learning Objectives
- Approach and rectify ethical predicaments and moral disquietude through methodical decision-making processes.
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