Quiz 1 Flashcards
ethics
moral and or civil codes of conduct for a particular person, situation, community, religious group, organization, or society.
professional ethics
established right and wrong actions in serving clients in the workplace. publicly state the common sore values and collective obligations shared by people of a particular discipline.
code of ethics
tangible expectations that define acceptable conduct and conscientious judgment in the practice of speech-language pathology and audiology.
Common set of core values.
ASHA code of ethics
Applies to those credentialed candidates members Three parts the preamble principles of ethics rules of ethics
AAA code of ethics
Applies to current and potential members Two parts statements of principles and rules procedures for management of alleged violations
Beneficence
professionals promote the intents and welfare of others
nonmaleficence
deliberately avoid inflicting potential or actual harm.
nondiscrimination
race, gender, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability can’t be reasons to exclude client from services.
CLINICIANS DO NOT EXCLUDE CLIENTS FROM THEIR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE FOR REASONS OTHER THAN THE PERSON’S POTENTIAL TO BENEFIT FROM OUR SERVICES.
(only if we can’t help them/ are not expert or skilled in help they need)
referral
need help beyond our expertise.
informed consent
tell clients their speech-language or hearing condition and are informed about the relative weaknesses and strengths, risks (side effects) associated with a recommended plan of action or inaction.
confidentiality
share privileged information only with people directly responsible for client management and/or care and only for purposes to the client’s welfare.
KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT!!!
prognosis and cures
don’t imply or garantee cures. reasonable prognosis
infection control
practice universal precautions. use of barriers (gloves and masks) disinfect equipment
competence
effective diagnostic procedures
accurate prognosis
appropriate therapy strategies
ongoing monitoring of progress
continuing education
keep up with latest trends and advances (CEU’s)
Have to do these to keep license.
reading textbooks and journal articles, attending workshops, taking a course at a local university, shadowing professional colleagues, and participating in research activities,