Table 2 Roles and possible impact of CECs dealing with priority issues
From: Roles and responsibilities of clinical ethics committees in priority setting
Role | Potential impact | Exemplified by cases |
|---|---|---|
Analyst | Clarify values/principles at stake and the impact of decisions | A, B, C, D, E |
Advisor | Solve concrete dilemmas | A, C, D, E |
Moderator | Contribute to fairer decision-making processes | A, B, C, D |
Disseminator | Create awareness and disseminate knowledge among clinicians | A, C, E |
Coordinator | Connect different levels of healthcare organizations | B, D, E |
Watch dog | Recognize unfair prioritizations and alert relevant authorities | B, E |
Guardian of values and laws | Ensure legitimacy and fairness in line with common values | D, E |