Islamic University of Gaza Faculty of Nursing Nursing Ethics Nurs. 2136 First lecture Dr. Abalkarim S. Radwan

Nursing Ethics and Ethics in Islam

Definition of Ethics Ethics came from the Greek word {Ethos} which means: (custom, habit, conduct). And also ethics defined as "the science that approaches human actions in forms of Right or wrong" and these actions are {Voluntary actions}.

What makes an action {behavior} moral or not depending on? The act itself-what it is. The motive why. The circumstance. All events surrounding the action. e.g.: "When, where, how, to whom, how often . . . Etc.

Ethical Principles Respect: you must respect pt's autonomy, dignity& liberty. Beneficence: Is to do only good / non maleficent. "To do no harm" Altruism: Is to protect the community by supporting actions, to meat the health and social need of the public. Paternalism: Is to protect the weak person. Veracity: Is the obligation to tell the truth. Fidelity: Is the obligation to loyal to the pt. community and profession.

Justice: Is to be fair, and equitable to all pts Regardless of any service you want to give. Egoism: Is the right to maximize personal benefits. Nurses autonomy: the nurse must be autonomous which means: "Never looking up on another person" and has the right to self – determination. Utilitarianism: Is the greatest good for the greatest members.

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