Ethics Flashcards
Deontological
The correctness of an action lies in itself not the consequences.
Consequentialism
The correctness of an action is determined by its intended consequences
Virtue ethics
Emphasis on character and practical wisdom, what kind of person should you be.
General respect
Individual, cultural and role differences.
Avoid unfair and prejudice practices.
Take into account the knowledge and experience of clients
Informed consent
Allow clients to understand the study and consent to it.
Must have the capacity for informed consent.
Privacy and confidentiality
Anonymous record keeping.
Self determination
Support self-determination and the right to withdraw.
Ethical decision making
Recognise that ethical dilemmas will arise and accept responsibility.
Professional ethics
Maintaion a comprehensive awareness of ethics, integrate it into professional activities.
Limits of competence
Practice within boundaries of competence, seek consultation when needed.
Recognise impairment
Remain alert to signs of impairment, dont practice when competence is impaired
General responsibility
Avoid harming clients and any misconduct
Protection of research participants
Consider research from the perspective of participants
Refrain from using financial compensation
Advise client that they can decline to answer any question
Honesty and accuracy
Present the right affiliations, qualifications, opinions and claim ownership for research
Personal boundaries
Refrain from sexual, romantic relations, and harassment
