1-Bring me a real case from the field regarding the problem above.
2-Follow the Ethical Decision-Making Steps (9 Steps ) to solve this issue?
1Clearly define the issue
2Determine the facts of the situation
3Identify stakeholders
*Values at stake
*Obligations and interests of each stakeholder
4Determine available options
Evaluate each option
Evaluating options
Compare each against an ethical theory
Which option presents greatest good for greatest number?
Utilitarianism
Which option supports one’s duty?
Deontology
Which option promotes rights and dignity?
Social equality and justice
5Decide what should be done
Do analogous situations exist?
What was done?
What was the outcome?
Are there legal implications?
What option makes the most sense?
Will option stand up to scrutiny?
Can you sleep at night with choice?
Are you comfortable if others know?
6Justify the decision
Identify reasons that support decision
7Implement decision
8Evaluate the outcome
Compare what actually occurs to predicted outcome
9Examine how to prevent recurrence of this ethical problem
The above are the 9 steps you should follow.
3Identify the ethical theory or principle that is the best fit for your situation. Justify your