WORK ETHICS Flashcards
arriving at work on time and being prepared to start your tasks
Punctuality
taking ownership of your tasks and duties and being accountable for your
performance and outcomes
Responsibility
acting honestly and ethically in all professional situations, even when difficult or
inconvenient
Integrity
treating others courteously and valuing their opinions and contributions
Respect
striving to produce high-quality work that meets or exceeds standards and
expectations
Work Quality
exhibiting behavior that aligns with the standards and expectations of your
profession
Professionalism
collaborating effectively with others to achieve common goals and objectives
Teamwork
being flexible and open to change in a dynamic work environment
Adaptability
taking proactive steps to identify and address opportunities or problems without
waiting for direction
Initiative
work ethics is a set of moral principles guiding ————- in the healthcare workplace
professional behavior
importance of work ethics
- ensures the highest standards of patient care
- protects patient rights and promotes fairness
- builds and maintains trust between patients and healthcare providers
mandates adherence to high
ethical standards in healthcare
Philippine Code of Ethics for Healthcare Professionals
RA 349
AN ACT TO LEGALIZE PERMISSIONS TO USE HUMAN ORGANS OR ANY PORTION OR PORTIONS OF THE HUMAN BODY FOR MEDICAL, SURGICAL, OR SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
RA 2382
MEDICAL ACT OF 1959: standardizes and regulates medical education, examination, and practice in the Philippines, establishing boards to enforce its provisions and ensuring minimum requirements for admission, courses, and qualifications, with penalties for illegal practice.
Informed consent is critical before procedures- respecting patients right to make decision
Autonomy
providing life-saving treatment despite financial constraints– acting in best interest of patient
beneficience
avoiding unnecessary procedures that pose risks– do no harm
Non-maleficence
fair and equal treatment regardless of socioeconomic bg
Justice
RA 11223
Universal Health Care Act: A people-oriented approach for the delivery of health services that is centered on people’s needs and well-being, and cognizant of the differences in culture, values, and beliefs.
RA 10173
The Data Privacy Act: ensures the protection of patient
records and medical information
protecting patient information and maintaining privacy
Confidentiality
difference between private and confidential
private: identity of patient
confidential: diagnosis of patient
accepting responsibility for medical actions and decisions and correcting
mistakes
Accountability
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
administers, implements, and enforces the regulatory laws and policies of the country with respect to the regulation and licensing of the various professions and occupations under its jurisdiction