In 1-2 paragraphs I want to know: This case concerns the conflicting duties of beneficence and autonomy. What should Amara do? Should she respect Barry’s autonomy (does he have any?)? or should she f

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In 1-2 paragraphs I want to know: 

  1. This case concerns the conflicting duties of beneficence and autonomy. What should Amara do? Should she respect Barry’s autonomy (does he have any?)? or should she focus on doing what she thinks is best for him?  
  2. Why? What STRONG reasons can you give to support that? (Look to the moral theories or that week’s readings for some support.)

What is a potential weakness to your view OR What is a potential objection to your view? (You do not need to respond to the objection but you can, if you want!)

readings: 

Lipkin, “On Telling Patients the Truth”

Canterbury Case, US Court of Appeals – Canterbury v. Spence