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ABSTRACT: Is there such a thing as midwifery ethics? Yes, there is. As human beings (moral agents), midwives are to be ethical, moral, responsible persons and professionals. Midwives work in moral relationships with other persons. They serve by the moral standards of their profession as now embodied in written codes of ethics, a profession that is part of the larger health care profession. As part of the professional world, midwives participate in the general standard that to be professional is to be ethical and to be unethical is to be unprofessional. The professions, in turn, are part of what Eric Fromm calls "human ethics." If midwives are to be ethical, we suggest they need to understand ethics and to reason morally. Better health care for all is the result.
Midwifery today and childbirth education 02/1996;
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Neonatal network: NN 01/1991; 9(4):57-9.
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ABSTRACT: The options for decision making in this situation are reviewed in step 8. As you select one of these options or add one not listed, ask yourself the following questions: Why did I select that particular option? Is this option I selected consonant with my own personal and professional values? If not, where are the conflicts? Have I considered all the evidence in a logical sequence, or did I jump to my conclusion when I first read through the case? Have I had experience caring for a mother and infant in a similar situation? If so, to what extent did my previous experience influence my choice of action in this situation? Can I implement the decision? If not, why? This series of questions can assist the nurse or other health professional in actually making a decision and thinking about their personal reaction to implementing it (accountability). Critical thinking and taking time to analyze one's decision-making process are important tools that help each of us make morally appropriate decisions in clinical practice. The results are better patient care and the personal satisfaction of knowing you have done your best to promote the best interests of infants assigned to your care.
Neonatal network: NN 11/1990; 9(3):75-7.
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Neonatal network: NN 09/1990; 9(1):69-70.
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ABSTRACT: This variety of rightness--the end, the means, personal moral development--is a reminder of the need for tolerance of several "right" actions. Again, it is a balance between viewpoints, between concern for the individual and the rights of society. Tolerance is a major aspect of American history--tolerance for a variety of religious traditions, tolerance for a variety of ethnic and cultural traditions, tolerance for a variety of interpretations (values) of life and its meaning. We grow up with variety in religious beliefs, values, ethical principles, or theories (ethical pluralism). We also function at varying levels of moral development at different times, which influences our choice of what is right or good in nursing care. The variety of "right" actions can be confusing. We know firsthand the complexity of trying to choose among several morally right actions, one of which is in the best interests of the neonate and his family. This is the challenge of modern neonatal care. This is the challenge of bioethical decision making. This is the challenge for ethical nursing practice.
Neonatal network: NN 05/1990; 8(5):77-9.
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Neonatal network: NN 03/1990; 8(4):83-4.
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Neonatal network: NN 11/1989; 8(2):69-70.
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Neonatal network: NN 09/1989; 8(1):93-4.
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Neonatal network: NN 07/1989; 7(6):84-5.
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Neonatal network: NN 05/1989; 7(5):68-9.
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Neonatal network: NN 03/1989; 7(4):71-2.
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Midwifery 07/1987; 3(2):75-81. · 1.78 Impact Factor
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AORN journal 03/1984; 39(2):157-8, 160.
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Issues in health care of women 3(4):217-29.
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Dimensions of Critical Care Nursing 4(1):33.
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ABSTRACT: A Code of Ethics for Nurse-Midwives presents a brief review of health care codes and their value, along with a proposed code of ethics for consideration by the American College of Nurse-Midwives and midwives anywhere. Out of the discussion may come an adopted code-this one, a variant, some other-or none, but the discussion will sharpen awareness of the ethical nature of practice. The proposed code of ethics is followed by a rationale, or statement-somewhat in the tradition of the ANA Code for Nurses statement-to share the thinking (the ethical “Why?”) behind the code itself.
Journal of Nurse-Midwifery 31(2):99-102.
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ABSTRACT: Ethical practice is the responsibility of all nurses. But if they are to understand the principles of ethics and carry them out in their work, nursing curricula must incorporate ethics into course content. Such content requires faculty who understand both ethical theories and their application to nursing. Appropriate methods of evaluating student learning are also needed. The growing complexity of our health care system demands that nurses assume increasing responsibility for ethical decision making. We can no longer ignore the link between ethics and nursing. Ethics education for nurses is mandatory, not elective.
Nursing Outlook 37(2):84-8. · 1.52 Impact Factor
