Ethics Flashcards
Altruism
Ability to place the needs of others before their own.
Equality
The desire to promote fairness in interactions w/others
Freedom
The desires of the client must guide OT interventions
Justice
In a fair and impartial manner to individuals w/whom they interact and respect and adhere to the laws/standards of practice
Dignity
Treating clients respectfully as a person and allowing the client to engage in meaningful occupations regardless of disability
Truth
Accurate information
Prudence
Use of clinical and ethical reasoning skills, sound judgement and reflection to make decisions
Beneficence
OT personnel shall demonstrate a concern for well-being and safety of pts
- Maintain current knowledge by attending EB sessions
- Use current/updated assessment tools to get accurate data
Nonmaleficence
OT personnel shall refrain from actions that cause harm.
- Locking wheelchair breaks
- Not practicing under influence of drugs/alcohol
-Autonomy/Confidentiality
OT personnel shall respect the right of the individual to self-determination
- Refuse OT services
- Safeguarding privacy/confidentiality of pts w/HIPPA
Social Justice
OT personnel shall provide services in a fair/equitable manner
- Assisting at a health fair
- Treating clients fairly
Procedural Justice
OT personnel shall comply w/institutional rules, local, state, federal and international laws
- Learning about laws and regulations that impact OT services.
- Following reimbursement guidelines for different payer sources
Veracity
OT personnel shall provide comprehensive, accurate, and objective information when representing the profession.
- Documentation is accurate/truthful
- Avoiding plagiarism
Fidelity
OT personnel shall treat colleagues and other professionals with respect, fairness and integrity
-Treating everyone w/respect and not divulging personal info to others
