In this lesson you will be exposed to the historical evolution of ethics theories and ethical decision making.  Ethics principles covered in this lesson will prepare you for ethics case analyses later in the course and help you with ethical decision making in your practice. 

Lesson 1 Objectives

1. Explore models for ethics decision-making and professional codes of conduct including advocacy and confidentiality.
2. Recognize ethical issues in healthcare informatics.

Lesson Readings and Activities

• By the end of this lesson, make sure you have completed the readings and activities found in the Course Schedule for Lesson 1.