Euthanasi An Example Of Consequentialism In Medical Ethics

Consequentialism is the belief that the right action is the action that results in the best consequences. A morally right action is one that produces a good outcome or result, and the consequences of an action or rule generally outweigh all other considerations. A consequentialist would say “do whatever has the best consequences.” An example of consequentialism in medical ethics is euthanasia. Let’s say an individual is brain dead and they are set to die soon, the individual can not form a decision or let their wishes be known. This would be considered involuntary euthanasia if a loved one makes the decision for them to be euthanized. Consequentialists would argue that euthanasia is morally permissible. Even though euthanasia ends a