You are an OB/GYN. A patient comes to you for an elective abortion (termination of pregnancy by choice, not medical necessity). You are committed to providing compassionate and respectful care for all patients. Your interpretation of the ethical principle to “do no harm” makes performing elective abortions incompatible with your practice. This stance is rooted in your understanding of professional integrity rather than your personal or religious beliefs.

Help the doctor navigate this scenario using the I CARE Model.

Which TWO quotes below from the case study indicate that this is an example of a professional integrity objection? *

“Personal or religious beliefs”

“Compassionate and respectful care for all patients”

“Interpretation of ethical principle to “do no harm”…incompatible with your practice”

“Understanding of professional integrity”

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