terms Flashcards
Accountability
answerable for the practice of the profession, to act in a manner consistent with one’s professional responsibilities, and Standards of Practice
Autonomy
An individual has a control over his/hers own actions, free to make their own decisions and choices
Beneficence
healthcare professionals have an ethical responsibility to contribute to the health and safety of the client
Confidentiality
safeguarding of information learned in the context of the professional relationship
Commitment
sincerely and faithfully pledge and live our promise to serve the best interest if the client
Competant Client
Refers to the client’s mental ability to make decisions about his/her healthcare.
Competent Therapist
Therapist who demonstrates that they have the appropriate knowledge, skill, professional attitude and judgement necessary to provide safe, effective and ethical massage therapy
Culturally Sensitive Care
Care that respects human rights and is sensitive to the values, customs and beliefs of all people
Dual Relationship
Blending or merging of a professional relationship with another potentially incompatible role
Ethical Standards
Guidelines for ethical behavior which members of a healthcare profession are committed to by virtue of their participation in a profession, usually expressed in a Code of Ethics document.
Fidelity
The belief that healthcare professionals must be loyal and faithful people who clients can trust to keep their commitments to them.
Integrity
Quality of being sincere, honest, and trustworthy in making choices and decisions consistent with out stated persomal and professional
Justice
Non-Maleficence
Respect for person