Discuss the difference between ethical responsibility and ethical dilemma.

Houser, J. (2018). Nursing research: Reading, using, and creating evidence. Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.

Read one of the following.

Stefaniak, M., & Mazurkiewicz, B. (2017). The importance of adhering to high standards of research ethics. British Journal of Nursing, 26(1), 62. Article link (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Feeney, S., & Freeman, N. K. (2016). Ethical issues: Responsibilities and dilemmas. YC: Young Children, 71(1), 86. Article link (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Questions for first article:

1. Describe one reason for adhering to high standards in ethics.

2. What are the dangers of conflict of interest?

Questions for second article:

1. Discuss the difference between ethical responsibility and ethical dilemma.

2. Share an experience of ethical dilemma or moral distress in nursing today.

In this thread, students are asked to read a few assigned articles and share insights related to ethical issues presented. In doing so, you will want to consider the rights of human subjects in research.

The Belmont Report (available at http://www.hhs.gov/ohrp/humansubjects/guidance/belmont.html ) speaks to three ethical principles in the treatment of human subjects: autonomy, beneficence and justice.

Please consider these three principles when sharing your insights.