This essay begins with a hypothetical scenario that involves new technologies in genetics, and unanticipated information regarding organ donors amongst family members. This paper is an ethical analysis of the role of the doctor, and of the nurse, in disclosing unexpected information that is made available because of new technologies. The author of this paper argues that health practitioners are not ethically obligated to reveal sensitive information that comes about in the scenario provided. 5 pgs. 4 sources.
