When I worked with my peers we discussed this to be an accurate ethics statement:
Through professionalism we will construct a society that will nurtured and sustained by the responsibility of those who were chosen to enforce rules and facilitate in the case that new ones ned to be made.
You are attracted to a person you have been interested in tutoring.
The principles I would apply to this situation would be Principles 3,5,7,8. I would apply these principles because they are about those you have attraction to and this scenario deals with that concept specifically. While these situations are difficult to handle none can be dealt with the same. There is also no real way to handle the situation, I would handle it as an educator you have to put the other over yourself. If you jeopardize their chances you are doing no one a favor and have to let it slide. If you were to follow through the consequences would be a dismantling of that relationship.
As a discussion leader of a group, you noticed a student that you have an unresolved conflict during the past year. You have some strong feelings and reactions to seeing them
The principles I would use when confronting this situation would be Principles 12, 11, 9, 7, and 5. When dealing with this situation you need to realize that if people see you as a leader they may mimic you, destroying the reputation of the individual that you have conflict with. If the conflict is to great you may have to step down or ask to be put on a different project, because once you remove that tension the project will run much smother. When performing a follow up towards this kind of scenario you have to be gentle yet strait forward. Once the problem is acknowledged people are more likely to open up and discuss the results.
I am lucky that in my current position as a student assistant, this is not the first time I am having a discussion on ethics in a peer mentor situation. During training this was something that we went over quite a bit. The definitions that were given to us are aspects that I agree with so much that I would put them into my own statement of ethics.
Integrity-Firm Adherence to a code, An unimpaired condition, the quality or state of being complete and undivided
Within that is broken down even more. It is at all times showing character, honesty, and making appropriate choices. It is showing a commitment to act in a socially responsible way, that takes in the feelings of others and how actions can have an impact on the greater whole.
To me acting ethically, especially in any kind of leadership role, is part of the CI way. Which is at times a seemingly ambiguous and amorphous statement. But if you go to CI you understand. Its almost just what you do. Its being integrity and excellence. Its doing your best to be your best.
AND all of those sound easy. Saying it is easy. Acting ethically is hard. It can be tough choices and working hard not to make dumb mistakes. Its not using power or accesses for personal gain. Which even in peer leadership positions is possible. People can tell you private things or you could have access to private data-grades or even financial records. That kind of informational power could and some peoples cases does corrupt. And resources and time when I am at work belong to serving the students. Especially in a paid position like mine where my salary comes from student fees.
My statement of ethics is to follow what I was taught, from even when I what in elementary school character counts-Honesty, Respect, Fairness, Responsibility, Caring and using resources wisely. To what I have learned though trainings and experience (see above).
Ethics-A trickier subject is difficult to find. UNFORTUTELY, one reason ethics is so hard is that it is so important. As a leader or someone with authority ethics become even more exponentially critical. Leaders without ethics are how we get cults and genocide in my opinion. (Yes, that is an extreme but I am using it to illustrate a point).
Ethics take thought and practice, like many other things in life. This is a good avenue for both. I have chosen to scenarios out of the book Students Helping Students and then will discuss what I hope my response would be, (because practice like this helps you prepare for situations, but you can never really know until you are in them), and what ethical principles it touches on.
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“you are talking with a student who describes having taken part in an activity that, if caught, would probably be a felony. This person says this rather casually and even asserts rather boldly that nothing of consequence ‘happened’”.
This relates to principle 10 to take responsible action if learning about an illegal behavior. I think I would report it to my supervisor first if it happened on a shift. If not I would talk with a the campus police, but ask that my supervisor support me when I do this. I could also do this though an anonymous tip. However I think that doing it directly or though the supervisor would be more responsible and fair. Especially if it was a felony, which may mean someone got hurt. This could mean a loss of relationship with the individual, or even retaliatory harassment. And if a case was made out of my statement there would be legalities I would have to do. However I think that the risk should be worth it.
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“As a discussion leader in a group, you notice a student with whom you have had un unresolved conflict during the past year. You have some strong feelings and reactions to seeing this individual.”
This deals with principle 7-continue to deal appropriately when working with someone you have some aversion for. And with Principle 9-managing your emotional response. I am not going to lie. This would be a difficult situation for me. However, what I think I would do is 2 parts. One I might have a conversation with that person just to say that while we have issues, lets do this project professionally and deal with our issues later. Or I might just treat him/her with professional detachment. Not mean or rude, but fair. Just try and act like they are just another person in the group. The fall out could come if the other person does not agree to be professional or if the other person starts something. If a conflict happens, I might have to step down from a leadership role.
Aortic valve replacement continues to be rejected in patients over 75 years of age and who have severe cases of aortic stenosis. This procedure is considered far too risky, with poor health outcomes (Rozeik et al., 2014). However, technological advancements have made it possible to revolutionize the placement of an aortic valve, which is generally performed under open heart surgery, to a less invasive procedure. The transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure allows for a valve to be placed percutaneously and makes it possible to avoid open heart surgery altogether (AHA, 2014). Similarly to stent placement, TAVR replaces the old valve through a catheter without having to remove the old one (AHA, 2014). Once the new valve expands, it pushes the old leaflets out of the way and begins to take over as follows:
Although the procedure is currently only FDA approved to use in high risk patients with severe aortic stenosis, it is incredible to know that there is now a solution for those who were previously denied treatment. Technological advancements continue to revolutionize both the science and art of medicine. Although the procedure is not free of possible complications, it does have a shorter recovery period (3-5 days) as compared to the alternative open heart surgery (AHA, 2014). In one case, a high risk patient with severe aortic stenosis previously turned down by a multitude of surgeons underwent TAVR and immediately saw a transvalvular pressure gradient decrease of 24 mm Hg and a 3% improvement in ejection fraction indicating promising outcomes (Rozeik et al., 2014). Although this procedure continues to be performed in selective facilities, it is promising to know that one of our own local community hospitals, Los Robles Hospital and Medical Center, is currently pioneering it (Los Robles Hospital). I look forward to witnessing and taking part in the revolution of medicine that technology has allowed us to have!
References:
Rozeik, M.M., Wheatly, D.J., Gourlay, T. (2014). The aortic valve: structure, complications and implicationsfor transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Perfusion, 29 (4), 285-300.
American Heart Association. (2014). Retrieved from http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/More/HeartValveProblemsandDisease/What-is-TAVR_UCM_450827_Article.jsp
Los Robles Hospital. Retrieved from http://losrobleshospital.com/service/transcatheter-aortic-valve-replacement-procedure
1) Principles that cover situation one is to take responsible action if you learn about illegal behavior. In this principle you want to give the student insight of what potentially could happen, but doing it in a general way.This is very important not to point the finger at the student and judge them, but to appropriately guide them. What I think would be appropriate to say to students is to make sure they stay within the conduct of their school and are representing their university well. And just to be safe. I think some of the follow-up actions are the student my get offended. Or not want to share with their peer educator again.
2) In the third situation I would use principles showing respect and dignity for the student and consulting supervisor. I think letting the student know that you may not assist them in their workouts but leave with them a sense of confidence and motivation that they can think back on would be great. Also if unaware of how to tell or approach student in this situation then go to supervisor. I would tell the student to seek out roommates, classmates, and friends to go help keep them motivated. I would stress the fact that they their peers are the best possible people to go to because they are in the same place as you and can relate to your goal. I think some follow-up consequences can be the student no longer being motivated to their goal or feeling unworthy of their peer educator’s presence to help them out.
Hello. I wanted to update you regarding a few items.
First, the ATI comprehensive Med-Surg test was not on your individual profiles for ATI. I have contacted the ATI representative and gotten that sorted out. I do not want to overload you with test-taking, but I will be assigning the comprehensive Med-Surg practice test A for homework the week after the exam.
Second, the ATI proctored comprehensive med-surg exam has been scheduled April 29 130-3 pm in Ojai 1952 and 1372. This will impact our neurology content a bit that day, but I will keep you updated on any schedule changes as we move forward with content. Happy studying!
During this brain storming activity I found the ideas of ethics we discussed were similar to many of the principles we read about in chapter 10. Here is a list of ideas
Heart Failure is a common condition with more than 5 million Americans affected by it. In order to treat heart failure lifestyle modifications and a medication regimen is followed. Currently St Jude Medical released their new product called the Cardio MEMS HF System. It is the first FDA-approved HF monitoring device that has been proven to reduce hospital admissions and improve quality of life in NYHA class III HF patients who have been hospitalized in the previous 12 months. Wow! But you may ask your self how does this really work? Well a senor is placed in the pulmonary artery, it reads the pressures, and sends the reading automatically to your providers desktop where he can view the reading through a secure website. The sensor itself is powered by radio frequency energy and is implanted in the pulmonary artery via a a catheter. The procedure is non-invasive and the sensor lasts for the lifetime of the patient. No battery is required, and the sensor sends out information to an electronic transmitter. In order to initiate readings the patient lies down on a special pillow and the electronic unit guides the patient on how to initiate a reading. Once the reading is complete, which only takes a few minutes, the readings are transmitted wirelessly to a secure website. The physician reviews the readings and makes any necessary adjustments to the patients treatment. Pulmonary artery pressure is reflective of the patients heart condition. The sensor allows daily monitoring at home without the inconvenience of having to visit the doctors office. It is also easy and fast. Most importantly it can prevent future hospitalizations through early detection of changes pulmonary artery pressure.
The principles applicable to this situation include principle ten, principle three, and principle one. Principle ten because as a peer educator I need to take responsible action when hearing about illegal behavior, in this situation there is illegal behavior. Principle three because if I am doubting myself on my ability to handle the situation I need to consult with my supervisor immediately in order to properly carry out the situation. Last Principle one because I have to be careful in crossing my limits and training on how to respond to such a situation.
One different way of dealing with this situation I feel not just confronting the students and laying down the foundation of norms and consequences but, reaching out to the student as a role model. Explain to the student that such activity is not worth jeopardizing the opportunities they have, relate to them with struggles you’ve dealt with similar. Explain that they are “here” for a reason and that is not the direction they need to take for they’ve worked hard to get where they are at. Give the student a change of perception they can feed off of, illuminate a brighter path for them.
2.What are the consequences of possible follow-up actions?
If the student continues such behavior as a peer educator I feel it is my duty to report this activity to the highest level of expertise in order to carry out the right consequences. The student will be reported.
The principles applicable to this situation include Principle five, Principle eight and Principle nine. Principle five because even thought you were to find someone very attractive it is still your obligation to show respect and dignity to not just the person you find attractive but other individuals around them as well. Principle eight I feel the most important in this situation I also feel it has correlation with principle five. Principle eight elaborates acting appropriately when working with someone you find attractive, this can compromise your job or position as a peer leader. Principle nine because knowing the emotions of the person your attracted to can compromise your well being. She/he may tell you things that you feel deeply and affect your ability to perform.
I feel the best way to deal with this situation is to put your job or leadership position before your desires or attractions. I feel you can still get to know that person and be friends, you should always show respect for that person and serve as a role model. Plus it would give you time to get to know that person, your first priority is to serve as a peer educator.
2.What are the consequences of possible follow-up actions?
Some consequences of pursuing that person your attracted to may result in release from your leadership position. You may lose your credibility to serve as a peer educator. Also you may end up messing up your relationship with this person.
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