16 - Do no harm Flashcards by Cesca Lang | Brainscape

Q

Define non-maleficence in a clinical context.

A

benefit outweighs risk = ethical
risk outweighs benefit = unethical

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How can you manage human factors?

A

avoid reliance on memory
review and simplify processes
standardise common procedures
routinely use checklists
decrease reliance on being extra careful

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