Social issues in Medicine

 Issue 2: Technology in Medicine

5 Ethical Issues in Healthcare

·         Do-Not-Resuscitate Orders. ...

·         Doctor and Patient Confidentiality. ...

·         Malpractice and Negligence. ...

·         Access to Care. ...

·         Physician-Assisted Suicide.

What are the social and ethical issues of biotechnology?

Ethical issues that arise from modern biotechnologies include the availability and use of privileged information, potential for ecological harm, access to new drugs and treatments, and the idea of interfering with nature. 

 

What is the role of technology in medicine?

Physicians can even use apps to identify possible medication errors and help a patient's safety. Virtual Reality (VR) devices and apps help ease symptoms of anxiety and depression in older people and those suffering from mental illness. Augmented Reality (AR) also helps surgeons to perform complex surgeries.

 

What are the top 5 ethical issues in biotech medicine?

The 5 Most Pressing Ethical Issues in Biotech Medicine

·         Protecting Human Subjects in Clinical Trials. ...

·         Affordability. ...

·         Privacy. ...

·         Stem Cell Research. ...

·         Defending the United States Against Bioterrorism.

 

What are the top 10 ethical issues in healthcare?

 

The top 10 ethical issues medical students should be taught

·         Maintaining health and wellness as a physician. ...

·         Using social media professionally. ...

·         Reporting incompetent or unethical behaviors by colleagues. ...

·         Involving medical students in patient care. ...

·         Accepting gifts from patients. ...

·         Working with surrogate decision-makers.

What are the negative effects of biotechnology in medicine?

This has the potential to create new viruses and bacteria that cause diseases. Another danger is that the transgenic DNA can jump into the genetic material of our cells and cause damages including cancer.