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Latest revision as of 21:07, 23 February 2025
Principlism is a system of ethics based on the four moral principles of autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice. These principles are considered universal and guide the ethical decision-making process in healthcare.
Overview[edit]
Principlism is a framework used in the analysis of ethical dilemmas in fields such as healthcare. It is based on four key principles: autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice. These principles are not hierarchical and are all considered when making ethical decisions.
Principles[edit]
Autonomy[edit]
Autonomy is the principle that individuals have the right to make decisions about their own healthcare. This principle respects the individual's right to self-determination and personal liberty.
Beneficence[edit]
Beneficence is the principle that healthcare providers should act in the best interest of the patient. This includes promoting good, preventing harm, and removing harm.
Nonmaleficence[edit]
Nonmaleficence is the principle that healthcare providers should not cause harm to patients. This principle is often associated with the phrase "do no harm".
Justice[edit]
Justice is the principle that individuals should be treated fairly and equally. This includes distributing benefits, risks, and costs fairly.
Application[edit]
Principlism is used in healthcare to guide ethical decision-making. It is used in a variety of contexts, including clinical practice, research, and policy-making. The principles are applied through a process of specification, balancing, and justification.
Criticism[edit]
While principlism is widely used, it has been criticized for being too abstract and not taking into account the complexities of real-world situations. Critics also argue that it does not adequately address issues of power and social justice.
