Medical Ethics Crisis Decision-Making Simulation

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Medical Ethics

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SubjectMedical Ethics

This guide outlines an interactive framework for facilitating discussions on ethical decision-making in a medical crisis, specifically within a simulated scenario of a hurricane-induced hospital crisis. The session aims to foster collaboration among small groups of students (4-5) over 30-45 minutes, utilizing scenario cards and patient biographies as key materials. Facilitators are encouraged to create a 'brave space' where participants can explore ethical dilemmas rooted in real-life challenges, focusing on both Utilitarian and Deontological ethical frameworks. The guide also provides an assessment rubric covering collaboration and ethical reasoning, encouraging groups to articulate the rationale behind their choices thoughtfully. Through a life-or-death scenario involving ten critically ill patients, students will engage in ranking, discussing priorities, and reaching consensus on patient care under resource constraints. Important decision-making criteria addressed include medical urgency, community impact, and ethical fairness.