Np8 Ethical Issues

NP8- “Lying makes it impossible to derive any benefit from conversation,” 9- (Donaldson, Werhane, & Van Zandt, 2008, p. 110). 10-With this in mind remember, the larger the lie the larger the problem…. 11- “Should Cynthia report her additional findings once again to the audit board? 12- Should she take steps to make sure that this information becomes public?” 13- (Donaldson, Werhane, & Van Zandt, 2008, p. 109). 14- The question is a far greater statement than just a mere question of should, should not, ethical or responsibility, but rather what are the mechanisms in place that govern all things? 15- Is it truly a question of should Cynthia do this to right that which is wrong or perhaps Cynthia has a unique sense of “duty” to ensure this is stricken from that which she is responsible… 16- Either way, as lines are drawn ethics and moral responsibility come into question requiring others to monitor the rights and wrongs of their peers. NP17- Cynthia had a contractual obligation to report her findings, as was her job. 18- Although her audit would create many issues as the situation unfolded, she was legally, morally and ethically obligated to do so. 19- However, Cynthia did take many steps
45- With this in mind, one can surmise that regardless of which decision Cynthia made, there were onlookers with opinions to support or condemn either action. 46- John Dewey (1859-1952) stated “we should give up the idea that there are static answers to moral questions and consider each question in its own time and context” 47- (Donaldson, Werhane, & Van Zandt, 2008, p. 17). 48- With this in mind we cannot know or presume to know what Cynthia should have done because we were not there with her and therefore cannot speak to her decisions right, wrong or