A1.3- The Key Principles Of Ethical Practice In The Health And Science Sector. Flashcards
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What is beneficence?
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Beneficence refers to the ethical principle of doing good and promoting the wellbeing of individuals.
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Examples of beneficence
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- providing personalised care to patients.
- Nurses advocating for patient needs.
- Ensuring patient confidentiality.
3
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What is Nonmaleficence?
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Nonmaleficence empathises the importance of avoiding actions that could cause harm or damage to individuals.
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What does Autonomy mean?
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Autonomy means that everyone has the right to make the final decision about their care or treatment.
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What is informed consent?
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Informed consent is when a person agrees to a particular treatment or procedure after being fully informed about the risks and benefits.
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What is confidentiality?
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It means that certain information is kept private and not shared with others unless it’s necessary or allowed.
