-
What is the philosophy of right and wrong, moral duties and professional behavior
ethics
-
What is morality
code of conduct defined by society, religion or person affecting character, conduct, conscience
-
Does morality = ethics
NO - morality is what you think and ehtics are the foundations for the actions you take
-
What is bioethics
ethics related to medical
-
What are the components of the EMT pledge
- - conserve life
- - provide service based on need without bias of race, creed, nationality, status
- - do no harm to public
- - patient confidentiality
- - uphold laws
- - maintain competence of self and others
- - keep up w/ education of self and others
- - participate in studies
- - adhere to personal ethics
- - contribute to research of products/services
- - be professional
- - do not hand patient care to less qualified person
- - work well with healthcare team
- - do not participate in unethical situations and report these
-
What is patient autonomy
the patient has the right to determine thier own care as well end of life care
-
surrogate decision maker is
A person who makes a healthcare decision for another and carries the power of attorney
|
|
