Which step is part of the ethical decision-making process?

• A. Building consensus for decision reached
• B. Clarifying values
• C. Reviewing, analyzing decision
• D. Identifying options

Answer: (C)

Evaluating the outcome is a final check in ethical decision-making, ensuring the chosen course of action achieved its ethical aims and protected those involved. After implementing a decision, reviewing and analyzing what happened helps you see if it reduced harm, respected autonomy, and promoted fairness, and it reveals any unintended consequences that may require adjustment. This step completes the decision cycle by reflecting on results and guiding future practice. Identifying options and clarifying values are early, essential steps that shape the plan, while building consensus is about agreement among stakeholders and isn’t the evaluative step that closes the loop.