TOPIC:
•ETHICAL PRINCIPLES IN CARING FOR OUR
PATIENTS
PRESENTATION OUTLINE
WHAT IS ETHICS
INTRODUCTION AND DEFINITION OF ETHICAL PRINCIPALS
KEY ETHICAL PRINCIPALS
IMPORTANCE OF ETHICAL PRINCIPLES
REFERANCE
PICTORIAL VIEW OF THE GROUP MEMBERS
WHAT IS ETHICS
Ethics is the study of moral principles and values, and
how they should guide individuals in making decisions
or judgments. It involves determining what is right or
wrong, and how individuals should behave in various
situations.
INTRODUCTION AND DEFINITION OF ETHICAL
PRINCIPLES
Ethical Principals: Are The Guidelines That Shape The Behavior
And Decision Making Of Individuals And Organization.
Ethical principles in caring for patients refer to the moral
guidelines and values that govern how healthcare professionals
interact with and provide care to patients. These principles help
to ensure that patient care is conducted in a responsible,
respectful, and fair manner.
KEY ETHICAL PRINCIPLES
In the field of medicine, there are several ethical principals
that guide the care of patients. This principals are designed
to ensure that patient receive respect, compassionate and
high quality care
Some key ethical principals in caring for patient include
Respect for Autonomy
Respecting patient choices
Patients have the right to make decisions about their healthcare,
including treatment, procedures, and end-of-life care.
Informed consent
Healthcare providers are obligated to provide patients with complete
and understandable information about their condition, treatment
options, risks, and benefits. This allows patients to make informed
decisions
Honoring refusals
Patients have the right to refuse treatment, even if it's
recommended by their healthcare provider.
Beneficence
Acting in the patient's best interest
Healthcare professionals should always prioritize the patient's well-being and
strive to do what's best for them.
Preventing harm
Healthcare providers have a responsibility to avoid causing harm to their
patients. This includes minimizing risks associated with treatments, procedures,
and medications.
Promoting health
Nurses and doctors actively promote health through education, counseling, and
preventive care.
Non-maleficence
Avoiding harm
Healthcare providers must avoid causing unnecessary pain,
suffering, or injury to their patients
Weighing risks and benefits
Before any treatment or procedure, healthcare providers must
carefully assess the potential risks and benefits and choose the
option that minimizes harm while maximizing benefits.
Justice
Fair and equitable care
All patients, regardless of their background, socioeconomic status,
or health condition, deserve access to high-quality care.
Resource allocation
Healthcare professionals should use resources fairly and equitably,
considering the needs of all patients.
Fidelity
•Keeping promises
Healthcare providers should keep their promises to patients, such
as maintaining confidentiality, following through on agreed-upon
treatment plans, and providing timely care.
Building trust
Trust is essential in the patient-provider relationship. Keeping
promises and acting with integrity builds trust and helps patients
feel comfortable sharing their concerns.
Confidentiality
Protecting patient privacy
Healthcare providers have a legal and ethical obligation to
protect the confidentiality of patient information, including
medical records, conversations, and personal details.
veracity
•Honesty and transparency
Healthcare providers must be truthful and transparent with patients
about their condition, treatment options, and potential risks.
•Open communication
Clear and open communication with patients builds trust and helps
them understand their care plan.
IMPORTANCE OF ETHICAL PRINCIPLES
Protect patients' rights and dignity
Guide decision-making and actions
Ensure trust and integrity in nurse-patient relationships
Promote high-quality, patient-centered care
Support a safe and respectful work environment
Encourage accountability and responsibility
Foster collaboration and teamwork
Enhance the reputation of the nursing profession
REFERENCE
American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics
International Council of Nurses (ICN) Code of Ethics
Nursing Ethics: A Guide to Decision Making, by Janet L. Storchand Karen M. Gillespie
. Ethics in Nursing Practice, by Veronique M. Maya and Ann B. Hamric
The Journal of Nursing Ethics6. Nursing Ethics Committee of the American Nurses Association
(ANA)