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The Ethics of Human Dignity: A Nursing Theoretical Perspective

Constance L. Milton, RN; PhD

California Baptist University, Riverside, California, constancemilton{at}yahoo.com

The concept of human dignity is a term commonly used in professional codes and standards for biomedical healthcare disciplines and professional nursing practice. What is the definition of this ethical concept? This column offers a unique definition from a nursing disciplinary perspective. Common straight thinking or ethical questions emerging with the application of the concept in practice are offered along with a discussion of misunderstandings regarding the use of the concept in nursing practice and in professional healthcare arenas.

Key Words: dignity • ethical dilemmas • humanbecoming • nursing ethics • Parse

Nursing Science Quarterly, Vol. 21, No. 3, 207-210 (2008)
DOI: 10.1177/0894318408320142
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