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1. Chapter VII: Ethics Fareeha Amin Behavioral Sciences Course Code: BHS1206 Doctor of Physiotherapy The Superior University Faisalabad Campus

2. List of Contents Define ethics Define medical ethics, values and morality Ethical theories Principles of ethics for physical therapist Codes of ethics for physical therapist Ethical dimension and dilemmas

3. Course Learning Objectives (CLO) After studying this topic student will be able to explain and understand: the concept of Ethics, medical ethics and morality Why Ethics codes are important in health setting for physical therapist What are the dimension and dilemmas of Ethics for Physical therapist

4. Define Ethics It is a Greek word ETHOS= custom, habit, character. It is the branch of knowledge that deals with moral principles . It is well-founded standards of right and wrong that prescribe what humans ought to do in terms of rights, obligations, benefits to society, fairness or specific virtues. It is a core of everyday life.

5. Moral Values Moral values are the standards of good and evil, which govern an individual’s behavior and choices. Values are the criteria for determining good and bad, fair and unfair, just and unjust.

6. Values Foundation The values provide the basic foundation for understanding a person’s personality, perception and attitudes . Value Beliefs Perception Attitudes Behavior interest & Personality

7. Sources of Values

8. Our Core Values

9. Why we need to follow Ethics and Moral Values It is our responsibility to help patient when he/she needed It is o ur responsibility to k now the values of societies It is our responsibility to act and follow the professional rules to be a good physiotherapist

10. Code of Ethics For Physical Therapist Principle #1: Physical therapists shall respect the inherent dignity and rights of all individuals. ( Core Values : Compassion and Caring, Integrity ) Principle #2: Physical therapists shall be trustworthy and compassionate in addressing the rights and needs of patients and clients. ( Core Values : Altruism, Collaboration, Compassion and Caring, Duty)

11. Principle #3 : Physical therapists shall be accountabl e for making sound professional judgments. ( Core Values : Collaboration, Duty, Excellence, Integrity ) Principle #4 : Physical therapists shall demonstrate i ntegrity in their relationships with patients and clients, families, colleagues, students, research participants, other health care providers, employers, payers, and the public. ( Core Value : Integrity ) Principle #5 : Physical therapists shall fulfill their legal and professional obligations . ( Core Values : Accountability, Duty, Social Responsibility ) Principle #6: Physical therapists shall enhance their expertise through the lifelong a cquisition and refinement of knowledge , skills, abilities, and professional behaviors. ( Core Value : Excellence) Principle #7: Physical therapists shall promote organizational behaviors and business practices that benefit patients and clients and society. ( Core Values : Integrity, Accountability ) Principle #8: Physical therapists shall participate in efforts to meet the health needs of people locally, nationally, or globally . ( Core Value: Social Responsibility)

12. References Rana, M. H., Rana, R.Z., & Mustafa, M. A. (2016). A handbook of behavioral sciences for medical and dental students . University of Health Science, 3 rd Edition. Dowrick , C. (2001). Medicine in Society: Behavioral sciences for medical students. CDC Press.