Principles of Ethics

Question 1

Principle #1

Answer 1

physical therapists shall respect the inherent dignity and rights of all individuals

Question 2

principle 1 core values

Answer 2

compassion, integrity

Question 3

principle #2

Answer 3

PT shall be trustworthy and compassionate in addressing rights and needs of patients

Question 4

principle 2 core values

Answer 4

altruism, compassion, professional duty

Question 5

principle #3

Answer 5

PT shall be accountable for making sound professional judgements

Question 6

principle 3 core values

Answer 6

excellence, integrity

Question 7

principle #4

Answer 7

PT shall demonstrate integrity in their relationships

Question 8

principle 4 core values

Answer 8

integrity

Question 9

principle #5

Answer 9

PT shall fulfill their legal and professional obligations

Question 10

principle 5 core values

Answer 10

professional duty, accountability

Question 11

principle #6

Answer 11

PT shall enhance their expertise through lifelong acquisition and refinement of knowledge, skills

Question 12

principle 6 core values

Answer 12

excellence

Question 13

principle #7

Answer 13

PT shall promote organizational behaviors and business practices that benefit society

Question 14

principle 7 core values

Answer 14

integrity, accountability

Question 15

principle #8

Answer 15

PT shall participate in efforts to meet health needs of people locally, nationally, globally

Question 16

principle 8 core values

Answer 16

social responsibility