Confidentiality & consent Flashcards
1
Q
What is Mill Harm’s principle?
A
Power can only rightfully be exercised over individual, against his will, if he is harmful to others or to himself
2
Q
What does autonomy in medical ethics entail?
A
Accurate & truthful info
Facilitate informed consent
Maintain confidentiality
3
Q
What does confidentiality entail?
A
An implied promise
Break in confidentiality= broken promise
Allows patient to take control of their life- including decisions about who should access personal info
