medical ethics the values and guidelines governing decisions in medical practice. nonnormative ethics ethics whose objective is to establish what factually or conceptually is the case, not what ethically ought to be the case. Two types are descriptive ethics and metaethics.ules or principles which govern right conduct. Each practitioner, upon entering a profession, is invested with the responsibility to adhere to the standards of ethical practice and conduct set by the profession. code of ethics. the written rules of ethics.
Write, phone, or go to your local department of social services. In New York City, contact the Human Resources Administration by calling (718) 557-1399. Pregnant women and children can apply at many clinics, hospitals, and provider offices. Call your local department of social services to find out where you can apply.
The names and contact information of local domestic violence programs are listed in the New York State Resources page located on the OPDV Web site. You can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or 1-800-787-3224 (TDD for the hearing impaired) to find the program nearest you.