Doctors and Decision making Flashcards
What is meant by professionalism?
The observance of explicit standards and ethical codes
The ability to apply a body of specialist knowledge and skills
A high degree of self-regulation over professional membership and the content and organisation of work
What is the therapeutic bridge?
Therapeutic intervention can help prevent deterioration whether already chronic or spontaneous due to trauma/sepsis
What is meant by beneficence?
The biomedical good
The patient’s perception of their own good
The good of the patient as a human person capable of reasoned choices
Ultimate good
What ethical perspectives do you need to consider when making decisions?
Principles Utilitarianism/ consequentialist Deontological/kantian Sanctity of life Futility
What principles do you need to consider during end of life decision making?
Presumption of favour of prolonging life Equalities and human rights Presumption of capacity Maximise capacity Overall benefit
What two questions should be considered when deciding cardiopulmonary resuscitation?
Does the patient want it?
Would it work?
