Bioethics: An Introduction to the Biosciences
Using the book or online copy of the following to answer Mepham, Ben. Bioethics: An Introduction to the Biosciences. Oxford University Press, 2013 ISBN: 978-0-19-921430-3
1. What is Poppers purpose with respect to the testing of scientific theories? What is an example of a bold statement that Popper claims is to be subjected to bold attempts to refute it? 2. Why is Utilitarianism often called Consequentialism? What methodology does Utilitarianism employ when assessing alternatives? 3. Regarding medical ethics, briefly describe the four principles used as guidlines when considering the effects of proposed medical actions, interventions, and treatments. 4. Rawls posits two princilples ofjustice as fairness. What are the two principles? Why is the second principle known as the Difference Principle?