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ethics - ANSWERSsystematic reflection upon and analysis of morality. discipline that
uses special methods and approaches to examine moral situations. calls assumptions
about morality into question.
gold standard - ANSWERSwhat is, what really ought to be? what do human dignity and
respect demand of us?
values - ANSWERSlanguage that has enabled us to identify intrinsic things, a person,
group, or society holds dear. not all values are moral values. describe qualities that
support individuals in their desire to live full lives and allow them to pursue their
interests.
moral duty - ANSWERScertain actions required of an individual, group, or society for
preventing harm + building a thrivable foundation.
moral integrity - ANSWERSawareness, reward of doing the morally right thing. common
law/state interests. save lives, prevent suicide, protect from harm as an innocent 3rd
party, protect them as a bearer of integrity of professions.
caring - ANSWERSconcious, intentional decision to interact with others with
compassion, mutual respect, and open + honest communication. promotes meaningful
connections.
due care - ANSWERSwhat is reasonably expected of your in your role as a provider of
professional service for a particular purpose. includes professional responsibility ;
accountability & responsiveness
accountability - ANSWERSholding one to account for one's actions. assumes that one
is capable of acting a certain way, has appropriate knowledge to do so unimpeded.
decisions rest entirely up to you. implies there are ethical standards which can be
measured against one's actions. unidirectional, and does not require understanding of
what one is accountable to and why.