lesson three

Question 1

what are the characteristics of a profession

Answer 1

• Disciplined group
• Adhere to ethical standards
• accepted by the public as having special knowledge
• education and training at a high level
• self reflection and self improvement- keep up to date with knowledge

Question 2

what is autonomy

Answer 2

the right or ability of an individual to make their OWN decisions based on their own values and belief

Question 3

what does collegial, altruism and autonomy, beneficence mean

Answer 3

collegial- respect colleagues abilities and work towards a common purpose

altruistic- oriented towards service rather than profit

autonomy-

beneficence- to do good and keep best interest of clients in mind

Question 4

example of having respect for autonomy

Answer 4

Transfer care to someone else

patients have the right to make decisions (autonomy)

even though you might not agree with the decisions- your own ethics (but have to respect their right their autonomy)

Question 5

what is the purpose of regulatory bodies and who do they protect

Answer 5

• colleges they protect the PUBLIC
• ensure partitioner is properly qualified, competent and continues to meet the standards
• establish standards and ethics and standards that everyone in the profession must follow

Question 6

if a profession is regulated to use your job title you must

Answer 6

• be registered under the college- proper regulatory body
• have a license

Question 7

what are the short forms dietitian, teacher, home eco

Answer 7

OCT- Ontario college of teachers
CDO- college of dieticians of Ontario
OHEA- Ontario home economics association

Question 8

what are professional associations

Answer 8

• advance the interest of the profession
• advocate for the profession

Question 9

what’s the benefits of professional associations

Answer 9

• networking - meet people in the profession, lots of opportunities, build connections
• job opportunities
• good on resume
• shows that are invested in the profession

Question 10

what are the responsibilities of belonging to a professional association

Answer 10

• high standards
• provide input
• volunteer
• credible and reliable source of information

Question 11

what are regulatory bodies important

Answer 11

• ensure quality and safety - qualified individuals can practice
• accountability- professionals stay accountable for their actions, maintain integrity
• public confidence- helps public feel more comfortable with care