1. A simple way for all ethical dilemmas
Considering the ethical problem and decision-making
Dr Ramesh Mehay,

2. Ethical problems Deontological (individuals)
Ethical dilemmas usually present a conflict in terms of the individual patient’s rights (deontology) versus doing the ‘greatest good’ for society (utility). In one ethical scenario, you may feel more utilitarian than deontological and vice versa in another!
Deontological (individuals)
doing the right thing for the individual
based on the duties of the doctor and the rights of the patient (and, of course, vice versa).
That every patient is an individual human and every human has an equal human right irrespective of differences.
Utilitarianism/Utility (populations)
doing the right thing for the population
examines moral dilemmas to make decisions based on outcomes; i.e. “the greatest good for the greatest number”

3. Ethical solutions: ABCDEF
Autonomy
Respect the patient’s right to determine their own destiny
Every person is equal to each other – irrespective of differences.
Beneficence
“above all, do no harm” (non-maleficence)
“do good where possible” (beneficence)
Confidentiality & Consent
May need contextual consideration
Do not lie
Be truthful and honest
Don’t lie on the behalf of others
Everybody else (i.e. Society)
Principle of Utilitarianism
Weigh up: doing the greatest good for the greatest number vs individual patient’s right.
Fair
Be fair (justice)
Do the right thing (Aristotle’s principle of morality)