2213 Ethics and issues in contemporary nursing

4 themes of relational ethics M M M E – Mutual respect- respect for attention to difference engagement- strive for authenticity and connection Embodiment- holistic care Environment - relationships connect us to larger socials systems 5 focal virtue ethics - more pivotal than others in characterizing a virtuous person and being central to our character: Compassion: The ability to imagine oneself in the situation of another. Discernment A sensitive insight involving astute judgment and understanding to action. Allows us to see appropriate actions in a given situation. context. Trustworthiness A confident belief in and reliance upon the ability and moral character of another person. Integrity- reliability, of moral character. Conscientiousness Acting with good intentions, trying to do what is right, Autonom=self governing. Autonomous person must: - be respected be able to set goals