The goal of this program is to inform nurses about ethical subjects, such as genetic testing, organ transplantation, and physician-assisted suicide, to help them better serve their patients and communities. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:
- Explain the difference between physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia
- Explain how death is defined using donation after cardiac death criteria
- State two ways genetic screening can put a person at risk
- Identify ethical challenges for nurses caring for patients/families contemplating genetic testing, organ donation or assisted suicide
- Access resources to educate nurses and the public about ethical issues related to genetic testing, organ donation and assisted suicide
