Ethics Flashcards
1
Q
nonmalficence
A
do no harm
2
Q
beneficence
A
act in patients best interests
3
Q
autonomy
A
respect for individual preferenes
4
Q
justice
A
treat all patients and society fairly
5
Q
terminal sedation
A
law of double effect
intent to relieve pain and/or suffering
treatment acceptable even if it may shorten life
6
Q
futile care
A
not obligated to do anything that will not benefit patient
7
Q
duty to warn
A
reportable diseases
potential victims
child abuse
elder abuse
