ACP Code of Ethics Document

Question 1

The foundation for professional behavior, actions, and attitudes

Answer 1

Ethics

Question 2

How many sections are in the PATIENTS Principle

Answer 2

5

Question 3

How many sections are in the SOCIETY Principles

Answer 3

3

Question 4

How many sections are in the PROFESSION Principles

Answer 4

4

Question 5

Hold the well-being of each patient to be my primary consideration

• act in the best interest of each patient
• safeguard the well-being of all pts even those who are vulnerable
• prevent patient harm

Answer 5

Principle #1

Question 6

Respect each patients autonomy and dignity (respect the patients right to choose)

Answer 6

Principle #2

Question 7

Maintain a professional relationship with each patient

Answer 7

Principle #3

Question 8

Respect each patients right to confidentiality

Answer 8

Principle #4

Question 9

Respect each patients right to health care

Answer 9

Principle #5

Question 10

Advance public health and prevent disease

Answer 10

Principle #6

Question 11

Use health resources responsibly

- seek cost-effective therapies that ensure quality care

Answer 11

Principle #7

Question 12

Serve as an essential health resource

Answer 12

Principle #8

Question 13

Ensure that I am competent

- continuously improving my level of professional skills and knowledge

Answer 13

Principle #9

Question 14

Act with honesty and integrity

Answer 14

Principle #10

Question 15

Demonstrate responsibility for self and other health professionals

Answer 15

Principle #11

Question 16

Nurture the profession

Answer 16

Principle #12