GDC principals Flashcards
What is the first GDC principal?
Put patients’ interests first
What is the second GDC principal?
Communicate effectively with patients
What is the third GDC principal?
Obtain valid consent
What is the fourth GDC principal?
Maintain and protect patients’ information
What is the fifth GDC principal?
Have a clear and effective complaints procedure
What is the sixth GDC principal?
Work with colleagues in a way that is in patients’
best interests
What is the seventh GDC principal?
Maintain, develop and work within our professional
knowledge and skills
What is the eighth GDC principal?
Raise concerns if patients are at risk
What is the ninth GDC principal?
Make sure our personal behaviour maintains
confidence in us and the dental profession
What is the first pillar of medical ethics?
Beneficence (doing good)
What is the second pillar of medical ethics?
Non-maleficence (to do no harm)
What is the third pillar of medical ethics?
Autonomy (giving the patient the freedom to choose freely, where they are able)
What is the fourth pillar of medical ethics?
Justice (ensuring fairness)