Discussion:
Research Paper on Ethical Issues
Using the South University Onine Library, create a 7 page research paper in a microsoft word document on a topic of your choice. It should relate to an ethical issue facing healthcare professionals today on either a management or a clinical level or both. Your paper should include the answers to the following questions:
· Describe the ethical issue involved and discuss the history of this issue, including any pertinent policies or precedents.
· Discuss the major stakeholders involved in the issue and their respective roles.
· Discuss and apply at least one of the major ethical theories and the ethical decision-making process to the issue.
· Define the factors involved that can influence the issue or final decision.
· Discuss the impact of a diverse population on the ethical issue.
· Discuss the impact of a diverse staff on the issue.
Your final paper should adhere to the following guidelines:
· The paper should be 7 pages.
· The paper should have a title or cover page.
· The title or cover page should be followed by an abstract of 100-200 words.
· The paper should use proper APA style for citing sources and references.
· The paper should have a minimum of five current references. Note that primary peer-reviewed referenced are preferred.
· Support your responses with examples.
· Cite any sources in APA format. Time Roman 12 double space