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What is the definition of ethics?
The doctorine of morals, moral philosphy, a system of moral principles.
(morals: personal standards of right and wrong, a judgement about behavior)
What are the priniciples of health care ethics?
Autonomy
Justic
Fidelity
Beneficence
Nonmaleficence
Confidentiality
Autonomy means....
independece, self determination, self reliance
(informed consent: an agreement based on full disclosure of risks, benefits, alternative and consequences of refusal)
Justice means....
Fairness or equality
Fidelity means....
Faithfulness, striving to keep promises
Beneficence means....
Actively seeking benefits, promotion of good
Nonmaleficence means....
Actively seeking to do no harm
Confidentiality means...
To keep others from becoming aware/ familiar with information about the client unless associated with care
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dan2090708
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170151
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Module 1
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Health Care Ethics
Updated
2012-09-11T03:02:34Z
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