Select the profession of medicine, an alternative profession, or a mainstream profession from the textbook or of your own preference. (If you choose a profession that is not in the textbook, you must provide proof that the profession that you have chosen falls under one of the above-mentioned categories). Research past and current practices that have taken place as they relate to issues with bioethics and discuss the following issues:

• Have there been any reports of unethical practices within the profession recently? (Select and discuss only one).

• Were there any past incidents of unethical practices? (Select and discuss only one).

• Are issues of bioethics addressed in the guidelines of their governing bodies and/or associations? (American Medical Association, American Nurses Association, etc.). If so, what are they? What are the consequences of violating the guidelines?

• What recommendations would you make to the professional governing body for this profession to both maintain and improve the standards of ethical practice in this profession?