| Ethics Final Paper–Evaluation Rubric | Possible Score |
| Introduction: Summary of what is known about the ethical issue | 20 |
| Ethical Dimensions of the Issue Identified and Discussed (why is this an ethical issue) | 10 |
| Relevance of the Ethical Issue to Health Professions/Nursing | 10 |
| Relevant Ethical Analysis (Principles, Ethical Theories, Laws, and Standards of Practice) | 30 |
| Personal Professional Response to the Issue | 10 |
| Conclusion: Reflection of What you Learned | 8 |
| Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar—pdf. version of paper NOT permitted | 10 |
| Clarity and Organization – Rubric Headings utilized | 10 |
| Correct APA Style | 5 |
| Correct Length 7 pages of text, PLUS title page and references | 2 |
| Minimum of 3 professional references (in addition to the textbook and excluding internet sites) textbook must be a reference | 5 |
| Total Points | 120 |