APTA Core Ethics Documents

Question 1

APTA code of ethics for the PT: 8 principles

Answer 1

1: PTs shall respect the inherent dignity and rights of al individuals (compassion, integrity)

Question 2

APTA guide for professional conduct for the PT:

Answer 2

Purpose of code of ethics:
1- define ethical principles
2- provide standards of behavior/performance
3-provide guidance for ethical challenges
4-educate
5- establish standards so the APTA can determine if a PT has engaged in unethical conduct

PRINCIPLES: 
1- respect
2- altruism (selflessness); pt. autonomy
3- professional judgement
4- integrity in relationships; honesty/reporting
5- colleague impairment
6: professional competence
7- charges and coding 
8-pro bono services

Question 3

code of ethics for the PTA:

Answer 3

1: PTA shall respect the inherent dignity and rights of all individuals