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What is nonmaleficence ?
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From Hippocrates “do no harm” most basic element in morality
2
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Promotion of well being. Beneficence
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To do good or provide a benefit
3
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Justice
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Fairness
4
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What is veracity
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tell the truth
5
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What is confidentiality
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Never revealing any personal information about the patient
6
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What is code of ethics
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Voluntary standards that are set by members of the profession
7
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What are the 4 steps for solving an ethical dilemma?
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- Identify the alternative
- Determine the professional implications
- Rank the alternatives
- Choose a course of action
8
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What is Autonomy?
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Self - determination, right to freedom of choice, self-responsibility. People are free to do what they like as long as they don’t break the law or do harm to others
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