BIOETHICS [DECK 2] Flashcards
*A special calling characterized
by a trusting and caring
relationship which cannot be
measured in monetary terms
The Health Care Profession
- A sick individual becomes a patient if:
*He admits that he is sick - That he can no longer take care of
himself
*He asks for help or aid
The Patient
*Vulnerable
*Unable to judge or choose the
quality of care he needs/receives
Characteristics of Patient
- I. RIGHT TO MEDICAL TREATMENT
- II. RIGHT TO INFORMATION
- III. RIGHT TO CHOICES
- IV. RIGHT TO PRIVACY
- V. RIGHT TO COMPLAINT
- VI. RIGHT TO HEALTH EDUCATION
- VII. RIGHT TO A HEALTHY AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT
PATIENTS’ RIGHTS
*Willingness to trust health care
provider
*Make good use of their advice
*Cooperate in their healing efforts
Patient’s obligation
- One committed to healthcare
- Vested with authority but corresponding responsibilities to
patient, profession and society - Competent in scientific and interpersonal skills
- Understanding , human and compassionate
The Health Care Provider
- Recognized his limitations and must ask for help if needed
- He must contribute to knowledge, conduct self ethically way
- Role model
- Maintain and upgrade standards of the profession
- Social conscience, stand for justice for the poor
- Just compensation, respect and good reputation
The Health Care Provider
- Patient advocate (keep patient’s best interest)
- Concern for patient’s well-being
- Knowledge and skill of his/her profession
- Listen to patient
- Repeat back to patient what professional
heard that seems significant and to ask
whether it is what the patient meant - Confidentiality – maintain and protect
patient’s information
The Health Care Provider-Client
Relationship
- Values, customs, and spiritual beliefs held
by individuals shall be respected.
* 2. Individual freedom to make rational and
unconstrained decisions shall be respected.
* 3. Personal information acquired in the
process of giving nursing care shall be held in
strict confidence
Nurses and the People
- Maintainance of loyalty to the nursing profession and
preservation of its integrity are ideal.
* 2. Compliance with the by-laws of the accredited
professional organization (PNA),and other professional
organizations of which the Registered Nurse is a
member is a lofty duty.
* 3. Commitment to continual learning and active
participation in the development and growth of the
profession are commendable obligations.
* 4. Contribution to the improvement of the socioeconomic conditions and general welfare of nurses
through appropriate legislation is a practice and a
visionary mission.
Nurses and the Profession
- Human life is inviolable.
- Quality and excellence in the care of the
patients are the goals of nursing practice.
- Quality and excellence in the care of the
- Accurate documentation of actions and
outcomes of delivered care is the hallmark of
nursing accountability
- Accurate documentation of actions and
Nurses and Practice
- The Registered Nurse is in solidarity with other members of the healthcare team in working for the patient’s best interest.
* 2. The Registered Nurse maintains collegial and collaborative working relationship with colleagues and other health care providers
Nurses and Co-workers
- The preservation of life, respect for human rights,
and promotion of healthy environment shall be a
commitment of a Registered Nurse.
* 2. The establishment of linkages with the public in promoting local, national, and international efforts to
meet health and social needs of the people as a contributing member of society is a noble concern of
a Registered Nurse
Nurses Society and Environment
a foundational, non-negotiabledocument for nursing professionals, set forthbytheAmerican Nurses Association (ANA).
Code of Ethics for Nurses
It serves as a guide for nurses in their duty to always analyze situations and make decisions in an ethical manner, and to provide the highest-quality care possible to their patients
CODE OF ETHICS