1 04 Ethics in healthcare Healthcare professionals ethical

1. 04 Ethics in healthcare

Healthcare professionals’ ethical obligations Ethics n Standard of conduct or code of behavior for a person or group of people n Involves: Personal values n Professional standards expected of a healthcare professional n Organizational standards expected of an employee n 1. 04 Understand legal and ethical issues 2

Aspects of Ethics n n Ability to determine “right” from “wrong” Commitment to do what is right 1. 04 Understand legal and ethical issues 3

Personal Ethics Ethical Foundations: n Personal values Dependable n Honest n Responsible n Trustworthy n 1. 04 Understand legal and ethical issues 4

Professional Ethics Code of Ethics Specific for each healthcareer n Two components n 1. Principles of Ethics n Standards of exemplary professional behavior for all members of the association 2. Rules of Ethics n Mandatory, direct standards of minimally acceptable professional conduct 1. 04 Understand legal and ethical issues 5

Organizational Ethics n n Moral values that guide the way corporations make decisions Governed by Legislation/laws n Professional codes n Individual values n n Never compromise your ability to perform in the best interest of the organization 1. 04 Understand legal and ethical issues 6

Healthcare professionals’ ethical obligations Recognize Illegal and Unethical Behavior n Report any event that has adverse affects on the health, safety or welfare of any person within the healthcare agency n Healthcare professional must n n n Obey the law Follow code of ethics for his/her job description Treat everyone with respect 1. 04 Understand legal and ethical issues 7

Healthcare professionals’ ethical obligations Report Illegal and Unethical Behavior n Ensures health, safety and welfare of any person within the healthcare agency n Follow employee handbook for reporting procedures n Consult manager/supervisor n Contact human resources supervisor 1. 04 Understand legal and ethical issues 8

1. 04 Understand legal and ethical issues in healthcare THE END