Dax Cowart Case – Short Argumentative Essay

Type of document Essay

3 Pages

Subject area Healthcare

Academic Level Undergraduate

Style APA

Number of references 2

Order description:

The Short Essay assignments will demonstrate your ability to utilize bioethics concepts and principles in real world situations as well as clinical and legal cases scenarios from the textbook and outside sources.

Review the following items regarding the Dax Cowart Case https://www.youtube.com/embed/WAQHuaua4W0?rel=0&autoplay=1

Dax Cowart Case Video (00:13:56) – opens in a new window.

Your textbook,

Other outside references regarding this case.

Write an APA formatted, 600-800 word essay that utilizes the basic principles of bioethics and ethical concepts of human dignity, respect for autonomy, informed consent, and beneficence.

Considering your personal beliefs and cultural identity address whether or not Dax Cowart’s behavior was justified?

Also, discuss the legality of this case based on Texas law (the setting of this case).

Essay Content and Critical Thinking

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Maximum score24

Thesis and Organization Structure

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Writing Mechanics

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References and Presentation

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Maximum score14