| 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 |
