First Do No Harm Moral Analysis

Abstract
The movie, “…First Do No Harm” is an excellent choice to clearly see how ethical principles can be followed and/or violated in the healthcare system. In the movie, Lori Reimuller discovers that her youngest son Robbie has epilepsy. At first she puts her trust into the judgment of the medical professionals, but as her son’s condition worsens, she becomes frustrated and decides to take things into her own hands. She discovers an alternative treatment called the Ketogenic diet; one that would not involve any drugs or surgery. Robbie’s doctor is resistant to the idea and is prepared to take legal action against Lori to prevent them from leaving the hospital. Although the doctor does not agree with this diet Lori will do whatever means necessary to help her son. This movie certainly broadened my perspective on ethical principles in health care as it has made me realize that some medical professionals will only discuss treatment options they favor. This paper will include multiple examples of ethical principles being followed or violated in healthcare.
The beginning of the film presents them as being a close, happy, and financially stable family. In fact, they have just bought a horse and are planning a trip to Hawaii. The movie then takes a turn for the worst when their youngest son Robbie has an unexplained fall at school. At first the fall was seen as nothing until Robbie had another unprovoked fall shortly after, while playing with his brother in the backyard. This time he was seen having a convulsive seizure and was rushed to the hospital. After being evaluated, the doctor informs Robbie’s parents that by medical definition he has been diagnosed with