Ethical Principles

Question 1

Respect

Answer 1

A professional displays esteem for their patients; for other professionals and also for themselves

Question 2

Client Autonomy and Self-Determination

Answer 2

The patient has the freedom to decide about their Tx and has the right to be given sufficient information in order to make that decision (Informed Choice)

Question 3

Veracity

Answer 3

The patient has the right to be made aware of any facts that will aid them in making an informed choice

Question 4

Proportionality

Answer 4

The benefit(s) of the Tx must outweigh any burdens of obtaining or receiving the Tx

Question 5

Nonmaleficence

Answer 5

The MT will do no harm as well as preventing harm from happening to the patient

Question 6

Beneficence

Answer 6

any Tx is strictly for the patient’s well-being

Question 7

Confidentiality

Answer 7

All patient information is to be kept confidential unless its release was authorized by patient

Question 8

Justice

Answer 8

All patients are to be treated fairly