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LAT chapter 3

Ethics in Animal Research

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LAT chapter 3

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  1. ETHICS IN ANIMAL RESEARCH ANTOINETTE JAMISON, A.S., LATG

  2. What are ethics?

  3. ETHICS • Moral obligation for humane treatment of animals • Humane care – high ethical and scientific standards • Forming educated opinions in animal research debate • Direct impact on biomedical discoveries and data Desirable characteristics: • Decisions regarding endpoints • Kindness • Improving care • Concern • •Compassion

  4. REGULATIONS AND ETHICS • Regulations demand humane treatment • Federal mandates • Scientifically relevant and appropriate • Maintain physical and psychological well-being • Not subject to unnecessary pain and distress • Humane euthanasia as applicable

  5. THE 3 R’S REPLACEMENT REFINEMENT REDUCTION GIVE TWO EXAMPLES OF HOW THE 3RS ARE USED IN RESEARCH IF YOU COULD CREATE A 4TH R, WHAT WOULD IT BE AND WHY?

  6. There are different regulations regarding research on different animals. Comparing two animals, write down how you think the regulations on animal welfare will differ. Points to consider: Cage sizes Cage enrichment (toys etc.) Housing animals together Playtime Veterinary checks What research can be done

  7. COMPLIANCE AND ETHICS • Ethics is also an approach to evaluating the consequences of human actions on humans, animals and society • Ethical behavior requires ability to reason and willingness to: • Express Compassion • Understand consequences of actions • Gain insight to make the best decision based on those consequences

  8. PROCESS FOR MAKING ETHICAL DECISIONS Steps 1. Identify the issue of concern. 2. Gather and assess all the facts involved. 3. Identify the individuals and groups affected by the issue, and the impact the issue has on each. 4. Identify values that play a role in the decision. 5. Identify and evaluate possible solutions. 6. Decide on a course of action.

  9. REPORTING QUESTIONABLE ANIMAL TREATMENT

  10. WHICH SCENARIO SHOULD BE REPORTED? WHICH SCENARIO SHOULD BE REPORTED?

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