Identify the two principles that are in conflict for Dr. Vision and explain how they conflict.

Question #1: The Principles of Bioethics, Utilitarianism & Kantian Deontology (15 points)

Wanda is diagnosed with a very contagious and deadly disease. Her doctor, Dr. Vision, strongly urges Wanda to immediately inform all of her recent contacts (family members, co-workers, etc.) about her diagnosis in order to keep them, and others, from serious harm. Wanda, however, refuses to inform anyone and reminds Dr. Vision that he promised to keep all of her information confidential before she agreed to get tested. The doctor wants to protect others from harm but he also wants to keep his word. At this point, he is uncertain about how to proceed.

(a) What is Dr. Visions’s ethical dilemma?

In your answer, be sure to identify the two principles that are in conflict for Dr. Vision and explain how they conflict.

(b) According to Act Utilitarianism, what should Dr. Vision do?

 

(c) According to Kantian Deontology, what should Dr. Vision do?

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