1. Ethics in healthcare

2. Healthcare professionals’ ethical obligations
Ethics
Standard of conduct or code of behavior for a person or group of people
Involves:
Personal values
Professional standards expected of a healthcare professional
Organizational standards expected of an employee
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Aspects of Ethics
Ability to determine “right” from “wrong”
Commitment to do what is right
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Personal Ethics
Ethical Foundations:
Personal values
Dependable
Honest
Responsible
Trustworthy
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Professional Ethics
Code of Ethics
Specific for each healthcare career
Two components
1. Principles of Ethics
Standards of exemplary professional behavior for all members of the association
2. Rules of Ethics
Mandatory, direct standards of minimally acceptable professional conduct
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6. Organizational Ethics
Moral values that guide the way corporations make decisions
Governed by
Legislation/laws
Professional codes
Individual values
Never compromise your ability to perform in the best interest of the organization
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7. Healthcare professionals’ ethical obligations
Recognize Illegal and Unethical Behavior
Report any event that has adverse affects on the health, safety or welfare of any person within the healthcare agency
Healthcare professional must
Obey the law
Follow code of ethics for his/her job description
Treat everyone with respect
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8. Healthcare professionals’ ethical obligations
Report Illegal and Unethical Behavior
Ensures health, safety and welfare of any person within the healthcare agency
Follow employee handbook for reporting procedures
Consult manager/supervisor
Contact human resources supervisor
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9. 1.04 Understand legal and ethical issues in healthcare
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