GDC principles Flashcards
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put patients interests first
- respect their autonomy
- prioritise their safety & wellbeing
2
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Communicate effectively with patients
- speak clearly and kindly
- break down complex info
- clearly explain treatment, risks, benefits
3
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obtain valid consent
- informed- ensure they know risks, benefits, procedure
- 3 Cs- capacity, competency, confidentiality
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Maintain and protect patients’ information
- patient confidentiality- do not take outside work
- privacy
5
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Have a clear and effective complaints procedure
- good to gain feedback and learn to improve quality of care
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Work with colleagues in a way that is in patients’ best interests
- teamwork- work efficiently with team e.g. dental nurse
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Maintain, develop and work within your professional knowledge and skills
- only carry out a task if fully trained to avoid risk of harm to patient
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Raise concerns if patients are at risk
- beneficence & non-maleficence
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Ensure your personal behaviour maintains patients’ confidence in you and the dental profession
- be kind & friendly- let patient trust you
- support the patient
