Code- Principles & Subsets Flashcards
A1
Show respect, compassion, and care
Do not pressure patient to accept advice
A2
respect patients’ privacy, dignity, & cultural differences
A3
take action if you have concerns about the safety of a patient
A4
be fair; don’t discriminate
recognize diversity and individual choice
A5
prioritise patient health and welfare during all aspects of care
Respect right to a second opinion
A6
Treat in a hygienic and safe environment
A7
safeguard children and vulnerable adults.
Report.
B1
Protect patient’s from harm if your- or another HC professionals’- health, conduct or performance puts them at risk
B2
You and your coworkers are qualified, registered, and insured.
B3
Use honest, legal, verifiable info when advertising. Comply with regulations
B4
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
B5
Ensure your behavior is professional at all times
B6
Avoid placing undue financial burden by committing to long term care plan not justified
B7
Fulfill candor.
B8
Justify/record refusal for care. Provide alternative.
B9
Inform GCC of criminal/regulatory finding. Cooperate.
C1
Take case history. Document.
C2
Use physical exam giving regard to patient dignity. Document.
C3
Have working diagnosis. Document. Keep patient informed.
C4
Develop & apply care plan. Review. Consent from patient.
C5
Apply EBCP
C6
Cease care, or aspects of, and/or refer, if requested or necessitated.
C7
Follow referral procedures. Keep referrer informed. Obtain consent.
C8
Additional tests in best interest of patient. Consent. Keep patient informed. Record results.
C9
Equipment is safe
D1
Don’t abuse position of trust. Do not cross sexual boundaries.
D2
You and staff treat all patients with equal respect and dignity
D3
Explain need for undress. Privacy and Gown.
D4
Utilize chaperones
E1
Provide accurate, relevant, clear info for decision.
E2
Obtain & record consent prior to care
E3
Continue consent during care
E4
Consent must be voluntary
E5
Parental consent for children; unless legally competent
E6
Consent to remove clothing
E7
Consent to share info from record
F1
Explore care options, risk & benefit. Answer q’s fully and honestly
F2
Visible easy-understand fee structure and complaint system.
F3
Involve other HC prof, w. consent, if better care
F4
Take account of pt communication needs & preferences
F5
Listen, be polite and considerate regarding complaints
F6
Provide info about all individuals responsible for care. Arrangements when you’re unavailable.
G1
Stay current. Take part in PDevelopment
G2
Maintain knowledge of law & regulations
G3
Work within the limits of your knowledge and competence
G4
Make clear limits of your knowledge and competence
G5
Refer or seek expertise when needed
G6
Do not require others to take on responsibilities beyond their knowledge, skills or experience.
H1
Keep information confidential.
H2
Only disclose PI w/o consent when required by law
H3
Ensure pt records are up to date, legible, and encompass your full visit
H4
Ensure safe storage of records
H5
Make arrangements for records if you close down/die
H6
Pt records your responsibility unless contractually transferred to another HCP
H7
Give patients access to their record