Review:
Ethical Principles In Healthcare
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Ethical principles in healthcare refer to the moral guidelines that govern the conduct of healthcare professionals and institutions in providing medical care to patients.
Key Features
- Respect for patient autonomy
- Nonmaleficence (do no harm)
- Beneficence (do good)
- Justice (fairness)
- Confidentiality
- Informed consent
Pros
- Promotes patient well-being and safety
- Guides healthcare decision-making
- Upholds professional integrity
Cons
- Can sometimes be challenging to navigate conflicting ethical principles
- May lead to difficult moral dilemmas in certain situations