Introduction to medical ethics Flashcards
1
Q
Name some professionalism characteristics that would support the relationship between doctors and society?
A
Professionalism characteristics; • Expertise • Standards • Respectability • Responsibility and reliability • Probity – Honesty • Conduct • Respect • Integrity
2
Q
What are some challenges for the profession?
A
- Public have access to information/knowledge – less paternalistic relationship between the medical profession and their patients – shared decisions making
- Increasing demand / Expectations
- Ageing population
- Budgetary constraints
- Embracing new technology whilst being aware of medicolegal risks
3
Q
What should be done when something goes wrong with a patient to maintain a doctor to patient bond?
A
Research demonstrates that most patient want an explanation and an apology when something goes wrong
