PHI-413V – Ethical and Spiritual Decision Making in Health Care Course Syllabus
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Ethical and Spiritual Decision Making in Health Care
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Course Code Type Duration Credit Hours PHI-413V v:12 Credit Based 35 Days 3.0 .2 |
Course Description
This course introduces a Christian foundation for spiritual assessment and care with specific emphasis on biomedical ethical principles and ethical decision-making within nursing practice. Students practice assessment and propose holistic interventions that take into account the dignity of the human person. These assessments and interventions contribute to the physical and spiritual well-being of individuals across the life span and the health-illness continuum.
Pre-Requisites
None
Co-Requisites
None
PHI-413V
Course Materials
The Bible
Description:
This course requires the use of a Bible. Students should use one of the following versions: the English Standard Version (ESV), the New International Version (NIV), or the New American Standard Bible (NASB). Each of these versions is available in print and also for free at BibleGateway.com.
Students might also find it helpful to choose a study Bible such as the NIV Life Application Study Bible or the ESV Study Bible in order to take advantage of additional information.
Ethical Positions Statement
Description:
Read the “Ethical Positions Statement” on the Christian Identity and Heritage webpage, under the “Foundational Documents” section.
GCU Doctrinal Statement
Description:
Read the “GCU Doctrinal Statement” on the Christian Identity and Heritage webpage, under the “Foundational Documents” section.
Integration of Faith and Work at GCU
Description:
Read the statement on the “Integration of Faith and Work” at GCU on the Christian Identity and Heritage webpage, under “Faith Integration” section.
ANA Code of Ethics
Description:
Refer to the ANA (American Nurses’ Association) Code of Ethics on the VCU website (2020). College of Nursing and Health Care Professions Undergraduate Field Experience Manual
Description:
Review the “Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)” section, found in theCollege of Nursing and Health Care Professions Undergraduate Field Experience Manual (2018-2019), located in the Student Success Center.
The Nuremberg Code
Description:
Refer to “The Nuremberg Code” found on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services website.
WMA Declaration of Helsinki – Ethical Principles for Medical Research Involving Human Subjects
Description:
Topic 1: Foundational Issues in Christian Spirituality and Ethics
Description
Objectives:
- Explain the nature of spirituality and ethics according to the Christian
- Explain the limitations of science as it relates to
- Explain the current philosophical challenges to a Christian understanding of ethics in health
Study Materials
Tasks
Topic 2: God, Humanity, and Human Dignity
Description
Objectives:
- Explain the Christian view of the nature of human
- Compare the Christian view of intrinsic human value and dignity in contrast to secular views of personhood.
- Evaluate how the concept of intrinsic human dignity is applied in the process of ethical decision-making.
Study Materials
Tasks
Case Study on Moral Status
Description:
Based on “Case Study: Fetal Abnormality” and the required topic study materials, write a 750-1,000-word reflection that answers the following questions:
- What is the Christian view of the nature of human persons, and which theory of moral status is it compatible with? How is this related to the intrinsic human value and dignity?
- Which theory or theories are being used by Jessica, Marco, Maria, and Dr. Wilson to determine the moral status of the fetus? What from the case study specifically leads you to believe that they hold the theory you selected?
- How does the theory determine or influence each of their recommendations for action?
- What theory do you agree with? Why? How would that theory determine or influence the recommendation for action?
Remember to support your responses with the topic study materials.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.
Topic 2 DQ 1
Topic 3: Biomedical Ethics in the Christian Narrative
Description
Objectives:
- Describe the four principles and four boxes approach to biomedical
- Describe how the four principles and four boxes approach would be applied according to the Christian
Study Materials
Tasks
Topic 4: Death, Dying, and Grief
Description
Objectives:
- Explain the meaning and significance of death in light of the Christian narrative and the hope of resurrection.
- Analyze end of life
Study Materials
Tasks
Case Study on Death and Dying
Description:
The practice of health care providers at all levels brings you into contact with people from a variety of faiths. This calls for knowledge and understanding of a diversity of faith expressions; for the purpose of this course, the focus will be on the Christian worldview.
Based on “Case Study: End of Life Decisions,” the Christian worldview, and the worldview questions presented in the required topic study materials you will complete an ethical analysis of George’s situation and his decision from the perspective of the Christian worldview.
Provide a 1,500-2,000-word ethical analysis while answering the following questions:
- How would George interpret his suffering in light of the Christian narrative, with an emphasis on the fallenness of the world?
- How would George interpret his suffering in light of the Christian narrative, with an emphasis on the hope of resurrection?
- As George contemplates life with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), how would the Christian worldview inform his view about the value of his life as a person?
- What sorts of values and considerations would the Christian worldview focus on in deliberating about whether or not George should opt for euthanasia?
- Given the above, what options would be morally justified in the Christian worldview for George and why?
- Based on your worldview, what decision would you make if you were in George’s situation?
Remember to support your responses with the topic study materials.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
Topic 5: Intervention and Ethical Decision-Making
Description
Objectives:
- Analyze a health care situation with an ethical dilemma for an individual patient and his or her
- Utilize ethical theories, principles, and a decision-making framework to propose a resolution to ethical dilemmas faced by individual clients and their
Study Materials
Tasks
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.
Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies: BS in Health Sciences 1.2; BS Nursing (RN to BSN ) 5.2
Assess for the spiritual needs and provide appropriate interventions for individuals, families, and groups.
Field Experience Site Information Form
Description:
In preparation for your clinical practice experience, you will need to access the “Field Experience Site Information Form” from your student portal. You will be submitting your chosen mentor, site information, and information regarding your chosen experience through this form in order to start the process of being cleared for your practice experience. You can find information on the mentor and site requirements by viewing the “Guidelines for Undergraduate Field Experiences” located in the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions resource page in the Student Success Center.
For this assignment, complete the required “Field Experience Site Information Form” via your student portal. Once you log into your Student Portal, go to My Apps/Edocs/Click here to access all documents pending an e-signature. If you have any questions concerning this form, or if you are unable to view it in your student portal, contact your assigned field experience counselor for assistance.
NOTE: Completion of the form works best on a non-mobile device. Please make sure your pop-up blockers are turned off.
Once you have completed the site information form, a confirmation receipt will be sent to your my.gcu.edu email. Upload and submit your confirmation receipt in this assignment.
For further instructions, refer to “GCU Technical Support – Field Experience Site Information Form” in your topic study materials.
For students in the Bachelor of Science in Health Science: Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care, submit a Word document that states, “I am in the Bachelor of Science in Health Science: Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care program, which does not require field experience.”
For students enrolled concurrently with their community college, submit a Word document that states, “I am in the Concurrent Enrollment Program, which does not require field experience until admitted to the full degree program. Therefore, I am exempt from this requirement at this time.”
Topic 5 DQ 1
Description:
What is your definition of spiritual care? How does it differ or accord with the description given in the topic readings? Explain.
Topic 5 DQ 2
Description:
Grade Scale
Final Grade Column
| Letter Grade | GPA Value | Minimum (%) | Maximum (%) |
| A | 4.0 | 93.0 | 100.0 |
| A- | 3.7 | 90.0 | 92.99 |
| B+ | 3.3 | 87.0 | 89.99 |
| B | 3.0 | 83.0 | 86.99 |
| B- | 2.7 | 80.0 | 82.99 |
| C+ | 2.3 | 77.0 | 79.99 |
| C | 2.0 | 70.0 | 76.99 |
| D | 1.0 | 60.0 | 69.99 |
| F | 0.0 | 0.02 | 59.99 |
| I | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.01 |
Grade Categories
| Assignments (%) | Points | Percentile |
| Case Study on Moral Status | 200.0 | — |
| Case Study on Biomedical Ethics in the Christian Narrative |
150.0 |
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| Case Study on Death and Dying | 200.0 | — |
| Benchmark – Patient’s Spiritual Needs: Case Analysis | 200.0 | — |
| Worldview Analysis and Personal Inventory | 100.0 | — |
| Discussion Question (%) | Points | Percentile |
| Topic 3 DQ 2 | 5.0 | — |
| Topic 3 DQ 1 | 5.0 | — |
| Topic 1 DQ 2 | 5.0 | — |
| Topic 5 DQ 1 | 5.0 | — |
| Topic 1 DQ 1 | 5.0 | — |
| Topic 4 DQ 1 | 5.0 | — |
| Topic 2 DQ 1 | 5.0 | — |
| Topic 4 DQ 2 | 5.0 | — |
| Topic 5 DQ 2 | 5.0 | — |
| Topic 2 DQ 2 | 5.0 | — |
| Participation (%) | Points | Percentile |
| Week 3 Participation | 20.0 | — |
| Participation (%) | Points | Percentile |
| Week 1 Participation | 20.0 | — |
| Participation (%) | Points | Percentile |
| Week 4 Participation | 20.0 | — |
| Participation (%) | Points | Percentile |
| Week 5 Participation | 20.0 | — |
| Participation (%) | Points | Percentile |
| Week 2 Participation | 20.0 | — |
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