RELG 2650 Final Test Questions with Correct Answers

RELG 2650 Final Test Questions with Correct Answers Describe Asch's position on the acceptability of abortion and prenatal genetic diagnosis. - Answer-Asch argues that women should have the option of abortion so that they can be equal to man and be able to avoid the situation as well. Outlawing abortion is a violation of women's autonomy (involuntary servitude) We shouldn't abort for gender or disability (unless the disability will result in a very short life span). Conscientious objection: - Answer-the ability to refuse an action or provide a procedure/ "treatment" if a physician believes it to be a morally objectionable decision Describe Dresser's 5 models for addressing conscientious objection & their strengths & weaknesses. - Answer-1. Contract Model 2. Duty to Refer 3. Entering Professionals Agree to Conform 4. Draft Board Approach 5. Professionals Seek Compromise Contract Model - Answer-o At outset, professional discloses any limits of treatments. o If a patient requires a service that is excluded, they can then go elsewhere. o Weakness: does not work when patient needs quick care or no one else can take over and provide the service. Duty to Refer - Answer-o If the professional objects and will not provide a service, they have an obligation to refer or transfer patients to another professional that will provide that service. o Weakness: fails when the contract model fails. o Weakness: some professionals will feel as if they are still committing wrong in facilitating the service