Professional Ethics and Ethical Decision Making Flashcards
What are the 9 steps of ethical decision making?
- Ethical sensitivity
- Consult code of ethics
- Search ethics in literature
- Self-awareness
- Apply ethical principles
- Develop an alternative course of action
- Consult with colleagues
- Action
- Evaluate results of actions
What are 4 limitations of the code of ethics?
- Application to any one setting is limited
- Professions change rapidly
- May focus too much on minor issues
- Not a “cookbook” for responsible behaviour
What are the 6 fundamental ethical principles?
- Autonomy
- Nonmaleficence
- Beneficence
- Justice
- Fidelity
- Veracity
What is an ethical dilemma?
A situation that requires action, but the professional is required to perform two or more mutually exclusive actions.
What is “ethical residue”?
When there is no satisfactory conclusion, yet the choice not to act is in itself an ethical decision.
What is autonomy?
Freedom to make one’s own choices and take actions based on one’s own personal values and beliefs.
What is nonmaleficence?
Obligation not to inflict harm upon others.
What us beneficence?
Obligation to act for the benefit of others.
What is justice?
Fair, equitable, and appropriate treatment of others.
What is fidelity?
Fulfilling one’s responsibilities of trust.
What is veracity?
Truthfulness.
What are 5 focal virtues?
- Compassion
- Discernment
- Trustworthiness
- Integrity
- Conscientiousness
What is compassion?
Regard for another’s welfare and an awareness of misfortune and suffering.
What is discernment?
Being able to make fitting judgements without being unduly influenced by extraneous factors.
What is trustworthiness?
Warranting confidence in one’s character and conduct.
