Introduction Assisted
Reproductive Technology (ART) is the technology that can be used
to help men and women have children. There have been many scientific
advances affecting ART in recent years. These new advances have
also added to the ethical dilemmas associated with Assiated Reproductive
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Key
Concepts and Vocabulary •
Autonomy – The right of an individual to make knowledgeable
decisions for themselves without coercion.
• Veracity-Truthfulness
• Beneficence – To provide benefit; enhance quality
of life
• Non-maleficence – To do no harm
• Distributive justice (Fair opportunity) – The fair
and equal distribution of resources in society.
• Altruism – Acting solely for the benefit of others
• Compassion—having sympathy for others’ suffereing
with a desire to alleviate that suffering.
• Informed Cosnent—To consent to a medical intervention
after fully understanding the problem, procedure, risks and benefits
of the procedure and alternative treatments.
• The Right to Privacy – The right of an individual
not to be touched, observed or imposed upon
• Fidelity—To keep promises, fulfill agreements and/or
fiduciary obligations. View
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Background
for for
Teachers The
basics of ART are given in beginning background section. Once
familiar with the material the teacher can assess how much general
knowledge the students have in ways to make a baby. A brainstorming
activity will be a good exercise to assess level of familiarity. View
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