Beneficence Flashcards
1
Q
what is beneficence
A
action that is done for the
benefit of others
2
Q
what does “doing good” mean in relation to beneficence
A
doing what is best for the patient
3
Q
how can you show beneficence
A
Take steps to prevent and remove harm
from the patient (care)
4
Q
who can beneficence be applied to
A
individual patient or to
society as a whole
