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Ethical practice in dementia care.

Vincent Mitchell¹

¹The Open University, York, England.

Nursing Older People

|August 31, 2019

Summary

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This study explores applying ethical theory to dementia care, showing how frameworks and virtues like courage enhance professional nursing practice for better patient outcomes.

Keywords:

autonomy compassion dementia dignity ethical issues ethical practice older people professional issues

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Area of Science:

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Bioethics
Gerontology

Background:

Dementia care presents complex ethical challenges for healthcare professionals.
Existing ethical frameworks may require adaptation for practical application in dementia settings.

Purpose of the Study:

To demonstrate the application of ethical theory in dementia care.
To explore tensions between ethical concepts in practice.
To highlight the role of virtues in ethical nursing.

Main Methods:

Analysis of case study examples from dementia care.
Critical examination of ethical concepts and theories.
Exploration of established ethical frameworks.

Main Results:

Ethical theory can enhance professional practice in dementia care.
An established ethical framework aids in practical application.
Virtues such as courage and receptivity are crucial for ethical nursing.

Conclusions:

Integrating ethical theory and frameworks improves dementia care.
Cultivating specific virtues is essential for ethical nursing practice.
Addressing ethical tensions is key to professional development.