Discussion 1.2: Am I a person?

Step 1: Read about cellular conception and prenatal development in your textbook

Discuss your stance on the following topic:

At what point between conception and birth do you consider an organism a human being?

• Include support for your stance.
• Discuss whether or not evidentiary support from others could persuade you to change your position on this issue? Why or Why not?
• Explain how you may discuss this in a clinical setting with a patient who has opposing views.
• Address how professional language can impact your role as a Nurse when discussing controversial topics.