Prescribing Ethical Complexities
What do we do when it really comes to it?
We learn about moral theories often through the purview of human life. The utilitarian confidently declares that they would kill the few to save the many. The deontologist rejects this notion, claiming that actions are absolutely right or wrong despite the consequences. Neither will ever be put in that position.
But who finds themselves put into the position of deciding between life or death for people other than themselves?
Healthcare workers.
Through this interactive site, we will explore the moral ethos of the healthcare system as physicians deal directly with human life. We will compare this with theorized moral codes, investigating similarities and differences, and where there might be shortcomings and spaces for improvement. Finally, you, the viewer, will have your own moral code test.
Through this exploration, we will learn how single ethical theories cannot remedy real-life medical situations; instead, they demand ethical pluralism, where multiple theories are balanced simultaneously to navigate complex decisions. When you are faced with these decisions, how will you balance these moral codes to find the most ethical solution?