Health Sciences

   

Weber State University Health Sciences

Written Debate of a Medical Ethics Question

 

1. Select a topic. Suggestions include: Euthanasia for the terminally ill Treatment for patients with a poor prognosis--should insurance and/or hospitals pay? Should individuals with a known genetic disorder or trait have children? Pros and Cons of Genetic Engineering

 

2. Research topic using a minimum of 3 internet sites and 2 refereed journals or books. Additional references may include text or media references.

 

3. Write a 2-3 page paper presenting both sides of your debate topic. The paper should include an introductory paragraph, body including the pros and cons of the topic, and a concluding paragraph. The paper should be free of spelling and grammatical errors.

 

4. Include a list of references with your paper.