4.3 - Ethical Considerations
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What is genetic engineering?
💡 Hint: Think about any modifications made at the level of DNA.
What does informed consent ensure?
💡 Hint: Consider what a patient should know before undergoing treatment.
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What is the main focus of ethical considerations in genetic engineering?
💡 Hint: Think about what ethical considerations encompass.
True or False: Informed consent allows patients to participate in genetic therapies without knowing the risks.
💡 Hint: Consider what 'informed' means in this context.
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Discuss the ethical implications if a company were to release a genetic therapy treatment without fully informing patients about all side effects. What could the consequences be?
💡 Hint: Think about the short- and long-term impacts on public perception and regulatory actions.
Imagine a future where genetic enhancements are available, but only to those who can afford them. Evaluate the social implications of this scenario.
💡 Hint: Consider what constitutes equity in healthcare.
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