Write a 2–3-page paper in Arial 12pt. No sources are necessary but may be included. Use your judgment. Three traditions of normative ethics: • Virtue ethics. • Deontological ethics. • Consequentialist ethics. Your assessment is to write a 2-3 page essay applying these three approaches to the following practical case: You are called to consult in the critical care unit of your local hospital. The hospital admits JoEllen, 53, after she takes an overdose of prescription medications with alcohol. On admission, she says, “Not supposed to be here . . . ” and soon becomes uncommunicative. As her condition deteriorates rapidly, her son arrives with a notarized advance directive in which JoEllen specifically asks not to be placed on life support. What should you recommend to the attending health professionals? Explain the ethical issue in this scenario. Apply the three traditional theories of normative ethics to this situation. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the three theories as they relate to this situation. Apply ethical theory to justify your stance on the right thing to do in this situation.
