HSC 4652 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Conscientiousness
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Intrinsic value: has value in and of itself, ex. Instrumental value: helps give value to something else, ex. Pillars of moral strength: courage, strength to brace against and withstand danger, the ladder all other virtues are on top of, unable to take risks to achieve things most valued, has. Involves balancing: fear, self-confidence, and values: good judgment, clear sense of his/her strength, correctly evaluates danger, perseveres until decision is made and goal sought is achieved. Wisdom: application of knowledge, function, to discriminate between good and evil. Important in health care settings: patient wishes and preferences are unknown. Commitment: agreement or pledge to do something, can be ongoing or for the future. Compassion: sympathy towards the suffering of others, true mark of moral character, expected moral value, detachment or even lack of compassion can indicate weakness in moral character. Cooperation: ability to work alongside others, failure to cooperate results in a rippling effect.
