What Do You Believe Is the Morally Best Way to Ration

question 29

Essay

What do you believe is the morally best way to ration medical supplies in emergencies such as the COVID-19 pandemic? Why? Does your answer fit with any of the moral theories we have studied? Explain.

Identify the roles and functions of theories in explaining human behavior.

Differentiate between various types of theories such as grand, mid-level, and mini theories.

Understand how hypotheses are developed, tested, and integrated into the larger framework of theory development.

Recognize the importance of cognitive consistency in human psychology through theories like cognitive dissonance.

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Definitions:

Litigation Crisis

A crisis driven by a lawsuit (or the threat of one) that plays out in the court of public opinion as well as in the legal system.

Organizational Crisis

A critical event or point of decision that poses a significant threat to a business or institution and requires immediate action to prevent or mitigate damage.

Negative Outcomes

Unfavorable results or consequences that arise from a particular action or decision, often contrary to the desired or expected effect.

Performance

The act of carrying out a task or function, commonly evaluated in terms of its efficiency, effectiveness, and quality.