Ethics Intro

Question 1

Ethics are not regulated by the law

Answer 1

TRUE

ethics: standards that govern affirs of ppl within prof
law: body of rules that govern affirs of ppl in state/country

Question 2

Ethics code

Answer 2

broad and general guidelines; not enforceable rules

Question 3

values

Answer 3

pertains to beliefs and attitudes that provide direction

Question 4

ethics

Answer 4

aspirational goals, or ideal standards set by the profession

Question 5

nonmaleficence

Answer 5

avoiding doing harm, minimize risks or exploitation

Question 6

ethical decision making

Answer 6

1. identify problem
2. identify issues involved
3. review ethics code
4. know laws/regulations
5. obtain consultation
6. consider course of action
7. consider consequences
8. choose best course of action