Chapter 1

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Ethics

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The branch of philosophy related to morals, moral principles, & moral judgments

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Law

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Rules or actions prescribed by an authority such as the federal government & the court system that a binding legal force

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Utilitarianism

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An ethical theory based on the principle of what is the greatest good for the greatest number of people

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Virtuous

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A character trait conforming to moral & ethical principles

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Empathy

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The ability to understand the feelings of others w/o actually experiencing, their pain or distress

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Confidentiality

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Refers to keeping all private info about a person(patient) & not disclosing it to a 3rd party w/o the patient’s written consent

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Bioethicist

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Persons who specialize in the field of bioethics

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Applied Ethics

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A practical application of moral standards that are meant to benefit the patient

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Illegal Actions

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Acts that are morally & ethically wrong in which requires the court system

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Purpose of the Law

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Rules or actions prescribed by an authority such as the federal government & the court system that have a binding legal force. Medical law addresses legal rights & obligations that affect patients & protect individual rights, including those of healthcare employees.

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Medical Practice Acts

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Laws established in all 50 states that define the practice of medicine as well as requirements & methods for licensure in a particular state

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Unethical Acts

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Actions that fall outside of what is considered morally right or proper for a person, a professional or an industry

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Medical Ethics

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Based on principles regulating the behavior of healthcare professionals, including practitioners such as physicians, nurses, & other allied healthcare professionals

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Right-based Ethics

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A natural rights ethical theory that places the primary emphasis on a person’s individual rights

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Medical Professional Organizations

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Dedicated to providing its members w/ the info & support necessary to be successful applicants

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Cost/benefit Analysis

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An ethical approach in which the benefit of the decision should outweigh the costs, aka utilitarianism

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Biomedical Ethics

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Refers to moral dilemmas & issues prevalent in today’s society as a result of advances in medicine & medical research

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Due Process

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The entitlement of employees of the government & public companies to have certain procedures followed when they believe their rights are in jeopardy

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Comparable Worth

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Aka pay equity, is a theory that extends equal pay requirements to all persons who are doing equal work

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3-step Model

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The use when evaluating an ethical dilemma: “is it legal?”, “is it balanced?”, & “how does it make you feel?”

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Sexual harassment

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Unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors