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Strengthening Moral Reasoning Through Dedicated Ethics Training in Dietetic Preparatory Programs
Journal of Nutrition Education and BehaviorVol. 47Issue 2p156–161Published online: December 9, 2014- Sarah J. Hewko
- Sarah L. Cooper
- Greta G. Cummings
Cited in Scopus: 3Moral reasoning skills, associated with the ability to make ethical decisions effectively, must be purposively fostered. Among health professionals, enhanced moral reasoning is linked to superior clinical performance. Research demonstrates that moral reasoning is enhanced through dedicated, discussion-based ethics education offered over a period of 3–12 weeks. Current dietetic students and practicing dietitians seeking to strengthen their moral reasoning skills can undertake elective ethics education.