Ethics

Question 1

What are the four moral principles?

Answer 1

Autonomy
Non-maleficence
Beneficence
Justice

Question 2

What are the elements of consent?

Answer 2

1. consent is voluntary
2. PT has been provided with sufficient information
3. PT understands and believes info provided
4. PT has the capacity to make a decision

Question 3

How to assess capacity?

Answer 3

1. PT is able to take in, retain and comprehend the treatment info
2. PT believes the information provided
3. PT is able to weigh the risks and benefits of treatment before decision is made

Question 4

What are the two types of consent?

Answer 4

• implied

- expressed

Question 5

What are the two points to the doctrine of emergency

Answer 5

1. it must be an emergency

2. professional must only take steps as good medical practice demands

Question 6

What are the objectives of the Ambulance services

Answer 6

• to respond rapidly to requests for help in medical emergencies
• to provide specialist medical skills to maintain life and reduce injuries
• to provide services for which specialised medical or transport skills or required
• to foster public education in first aid