Module 5: Assignment: Ethical Dilemma
Ethical Dilemma associated with Telemedicine
The focus of the assignment for this week is an ethical dilemma associated with telemedicine and the application of the Ethical Decision-Making Model from the text. This assignment will require thoughtful reflection as you apply the concepts to your role and the determine the implications to nursing practice.
Instructions:
Review the grading rubric BEFORE continuing with the assignment.
Refer to the the Ethical Model for Decision-Making on pages 95-97 (McGonigle & Mastrian, 2022).
Search the literature to seek out ethical dilemmas related to telemedicine. It may be helpful to start with a Google search then go search the literature.
You decide on the ethical issue associated with telemedicine as that is part of the assignment.
Review the literature and cite a minimum of 3 journal articles. Additional references may include the course textbooks and websites from the list of Informatics websites provided in the Resources.
Submit a written paper and include a cover page and a reference page (Use APA format)
Use headings noted below
Maximum 1000 words not including the cover page and reference page. Refer to the rubric for additional information.
Note: The topics of confidentiality, HIPAA, or security are not to be used in this assignment.
The written assignment should include the following headings and content:
An introductory paragraph (following the title of the paper)
Examine the Ethical Dilemma: What is the purpose for choosing this topic? Describe the background for this ethical issue related to nursing informatics.
Literature Review: Search the literature for possible alternatives. Provide a summary of the literature review, identifying at least 2 alternatives of the ethical issue as it relates to nursing informatics. Hypothesize ethical arguments-What are the pros and cons for the alternatives?
Implication to Nursing Practice and Informatics: Investigate, compare, and evaluate the arguments for each alternative. Discuss the implications of the ethical issue and the identified alternatives to nursing practice and informatics.
Application: Choose the alternative you would recommend. Discuss why you chose this alternative and how the alternative applies to your role as a nurse leader/nurse educator.
Formulate the Plan: Describe the plan for the alternative you chose and how the plan would be implemented?
Conclusion
Submission Instructions:
Submit the assignment by 23:59 Saturday of Module 5.
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Rubric
Module 5: Ethical Dilemma Grading Rubric
Module 5: Ethical Dilemma Grading Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Examine the Ethical Issue (15pts) 1. Background of the ethical issue related to technology. 15 to >11.0 pts
Accomplished
• Clearly describes the background of the ethical issue related to technology in detail 11 to >9.0 pts
Intermediate
• Vague description of the background providing some information of the ethical issue related to technology 9 to >0 pts
Novice
• Background information not related to the ethical issue or technology
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Literature Review and Summary of the Ethical Issue(s) (20 pts) • Search the literature for possible alternatives. • Provide a summary of the literature review, identifying at least 2 alternatives of the ethical issue as it relates to technology. • Hypothesize ethical arguments-What are the pros and cons for the alternatives? 20 to >15.0 pts
Accomplished
• Presents an insightful and thorough analysis of the ethical issue related to technology • Uses problem-solving and critical thinking skills and identifies 2 alternatives of the ethical issue as it relates to technology • Excellent research into the issues 15 to >9.0 pts
Intermediate
• Presents a thorough analysis of the ethical issue • Uses problem-solving and critical thinking skills and identifies 1 alternative of the ethical issue as it relates to technology • Good research into the issues with documented relevance to the topic 9 to >0 pts
Novice
• Presents a superficial or incomplete analysis of the ethical issue • Uses limited problem-solving and critical thinking skills without identifying an alternative of the ethical issue • Limited research and documented relevance to the topic
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Implications of the Ethical Issue to Nursing Practice and Informatics (20 pts) • Discuss the implications of the ethical issue and the identified alternatives to nursing practice and informatics 20 to >15.0 pts
Accomplished
• Clearly describes the implications of the ethical issue to nursing practice and informatics • Presents a detailed, insightful and thorough discussion 15 to >9.0 pts
Intermediate
• Presents a thorough analysis of most of the identified issues/problems • Information not clearly explained 9 to >0 pts
Novice
• Presents a superficial or incomplete analysis of some of the identified issues • Missing relevant details
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Application (15 pts) Choose the alternative you would recommend. Discuss why you chose this alternative and how the alternative applies to your role as a nurse leader/nurse educator. 15 to >11.0 pts
Accomplished
• Clearly describes in detail, why and how this ethical issue applies to your role 11 to >9.0 pts
Intermediate
• How and why this ethical issue applies to your role is not clearly defined 9 to >0 pts
Novice
• Missing how or why the ethical issue applies to your role
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Formulate the Plan (10 pts) Act on your chosen alternative-Describe the plan and how the plan would be implemented? 10 to >8.0 pts
Accomplished
• Presents a detailed, insightful and thorough plan for implementation 8 to >6.0 pts
Acceptable
• Plan for implementation not clearly explained 6 to >0 pts
Novice
• Missing relevant details of the plan for implementation
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Searching the Literature (10 pts) • Journal articles are within the last 5 years • Course textbooks and informatics websites may be used as additional resources 10 to >8.0 pts
Accomplished
•At least 3 journal articles are cited 8 to >6.0 pts
Acceptable
• At least 2 journal articles are cited 6 to >0 pts
Novice
• At least 1 journal articles is cited or none
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Writing and APA including: (10 pts) • Writing is clear, objective, formal, and professional • Correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation • Use APA format for written assignment including an introduction and a conclusion • Cover page according to APA format. • Reference page according to APA format. 10 to >8.0 pts
Accomplished
• Complete formatting and writing • APA with 1 or fewer errors. 8 to >6.0 pts
Proficient
• 2-3 formatting, writing or APA errors 6 to >0 pts
Not Acceptable
• More than 5 formatting, writing or APA errors
10 pts
Total Points: 100