PHL 323: Personal Ethics Development
Personal Ethics Development
PHL/323
October 22, 2012
Angie Mc Quaig
Personal Ethics Development
According to Trevino & Nelson (2007), ethics is “the principles, norms, and standards of conduct governing an individual or organization” (p. 13). Personal morals, values, and beliefs are influenced by family, friends, religion, culture, and society. The diversity of personal beliefs leads to ethical dilemmas. Ethical dilemmas arise when there are differences in opinion on what are considered the right and wrong actions to take in a given situation. Ethical dilemmas can be prevented or resolved with the use of an ethical system. Personal and organizational ethical systems provide a framework to assist in decision making. Even with the use …show more content…
Protocols and standards of care have to be followed when considering the best interest of the patents. Nurses also have to consider the values and beliefs of the patient and families in decision making. I have had to care for disrespectful patients. Some patients tend to believe nurses are servants and expect a certain level and way of providing care. I have been yelled at, degraded, and attacked. In a personal situation, I would avoid this type of person, but as a nurse, I have to continue to provide the best possible care and show respect. I never believe that the years a patient lives compares to the quality of the years lived. I do not want to see patients suffer. I would rather know they have lived a “good” life and are comfortable. Unfortunately, this personal belief affects my career as a nurse. I have to be respectful of others’ beliefs and follow their wishes regarding code status. Situations like these present the importance of organizations and businesses involving an ethical …show more content…
Personal ethical systems may differ from organizational ethical system, but communication with management of the organization can improve the trustworthiness of the individual and the organization. Employees should be aware of what is expected of them and what conduct is expected for a job. Everyone’s character is based on personal morals and values, organizations need to educate employees on ethical business behavior to assist in solving and preventing ethical dilemmas. Cynicism will continue to be an epidemic because organizational and personal morals and values, and the lack of, will continue to present unethical actions in
PHL/323
October 22, 2012
Angie Mc Quaig
Personal Ethics Development
According to Trevino & Nelson (2007), ethics is “the principles, norms, and standards of conduct governing an individual or organization” (p. 13). Personal morals, values, and beliefs are influenced by family, friends, religion, culture, and society. The diversity of personal beliefs leads to ethical dilemmas. Ethical dilemmas arise when there are differences in opinion on what are considered the right and wrong actions to take in a given situation. Ethical dilemmas can be prevented or resolved with the use of an ethical system. Personal and organizational ethical systems provide a framework to assist in decision making. Even with the use …show more content…
Protocols and standards of care have to be followed when considering the best interest of the patents. Nurses also have to consider the values and beliefs of the patient and families in decision making. I have had to care for disrespectful patients. Some patients tend to believe nurses are servants and expect a certain level and way of providing care. I have been yelled at, degraded, and attacked. In a personal situation, I would avoid this type of person, but as a nurse, I have to continue to provide the best possible care and show respect. I never believe that the years a patient lives compares to the quality of the years lived. I do not want to see patients suffer. I would rather know they have lived a “good” life and are comfortable. Unfortunately, this personal belief affects my career as a nurse. I have to be respectful of others’ beliefs and follow their wishes regarding code status. Situations like these present the importance of organizations and businesses involving an ethical …show more content…
Personal ethical systems may differ from organizational ethical system, but communication with management of the organization can improve the trustworthiness of the individual and the organization. Employees should be aware of what is expected of them and what conduct is expected for a job. Everyone’s character is based on personal morals and values, organizations need to educate employees on ethical business behavior to assist in solving and preventing ethical dilemmas. Cynicism will continue to be an epidemic because organizational and personal morals and values, and the lack of, will continue to present unethical actions in