The Balance of Beneficence and Non-Maleficence in Patient Care ...

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Assessment Task:

Purpose: This assessment enables students to demonstrate a clear understanding of the application of professional ethics in healthcare practice. The focus will be on balancing the principles of beneficence and non-maleficence, and the professional responsibilities that arise when these principles intersect.

Task:
Students will reflect on the provided case study and answer the following questions:

1. Briefly explain how the principles of beneficence and non-maleficence apply to the provided case study.
   (250 words)

2. Discuss three (3) ethical dilemmas that may arise from the healthcare professional's actions in relation to these principles.
   (350 words)

3. Identify and discuss two (2) professional virtues (e.g., honesty, integrity) that were either upheld or violated in this scenario, and explain how they contributed to the outcome.
   (400 words)

4. Provide two (2) recommendations for healthcare professionals to better balance beneficence and non-maleficence in their practice, with practical examples for improvement.
   (400 words)

5. Reflect on the role of patient autonomy in this case and outline three (3) ways it can be respected while ensuring patient safety.
   (350 words)

Submission Guidelines:

• Submit the completed assignment via the provided template.
• Use a minimum of 10 high-quality, peer-reviewed sources to support your arguments.

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