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OTA flash cards
Ethics terms
Term | Definition |
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Beneficence | everything done- should help others prevent harm to person, remove from harm clients should be able to make INFORMED choices COTA needs to tell the good and bad of treatments Know 10 actions!!!! |
Nonmaleficence | Never harm-FOR ANY REASON 10 ACTIONS THAT MUST NOT DO |
Autonomy | Respect patient rights Follow clients wishes- maintain standard of care Client has right to keep info confidential Prioritize services for clients 16 actions to know |
Veracity | Represent OT profession Explain all info Accuracy in descriptions Be objective when giving information Synonyms: truthfulness, sincerity, honesty |
Fidelity | Treat everyone with respect Be fair to all Be discrete Have integrity- goes with research participants, patients, co-workers, public, organizations Maintain scope of practice |