| General principles | More specific    rules | 
      
        | Nonmaleficence | Do not kill | 
      
        | Nonmaleficence | Do not cause pain or suffering to others | 
      
        | Beneficence | Prevent evil or harm from occurring | 
      
        | Beneficence | Rescue persons who are in danger | 
      
        | Beneficence | Nurture the young and dependent | 
      
        | Respect for autonomy | Respect the privacy of others | 
      
        | Respect for autonomy | Keep your promises | 
      
        | Justice | Do not steal | 
      
        | Justice | Do not punish the innocent | 
      
        | Justice | Protect and defend the rights of others | 
      
        | Justice | Give equal considerations under the law |