
GH2322 Ethical Dilemmas
GH2322 Ethical Dilemmas Course is organized by National Certification Corporation (NCC).
Expiration: 12/31/2024
Objectives:
• Define viability based on the known gestational age of the fetus
• Describe two ethical approaches that may be taken during resuscitation of the extremely premature neonate
• Explain the four ethical principles that are involved in providing care for this patient population
• Discuss the parent’s role in the resuscitation of an extremely premature neonate
• Identify two federal acts of specific importance to healthcare team members working in the perinatal specialty
• Outline palliative care measures that will be appropriate for the neonate and the family
Content Outline:
• Overview
• Definition of Viability
• Gray zone
• Outcomes
• Conflict surrounding resuscitation
• Vitalistic
• Quality of Life
• Futility
• Ethical Principles
• Autonomy
• Justice
• Beneficence
• Non-maleficence
• Parental Involvement
• Delivery site
• Antenatal counseling
• Decision making
• Ethical/Legal Considerations
• Palliative Care in the Perinatal Period
• Before delivery
• Birth plan
• After birth
• Temperature and medicinal support
• Supportive care
• Conclusion