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MedLaw&Ethics1
Chapter 1 - Intro to Medical Law, Ethics and Bioethics
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| amoral | lacking or indifferent to moral standards |
| applied ethics | the practical application of moral standards to the conduct of individuals involved in organizations |
| bioethics | the moral dilemmas and issues of advanced medicine and medical research |
| comparable worth | theory that extends equal pay requirements to all persons doing equal work |
| pay equity | comparable worth |
| compassion | ability to have a gentle, caring attitude toward patients and fellow employees |
| cost/benefit analysis | utilitarianism, the benefit of the decision should outweigh the costs |
| utilitarianism | the greatest good for the greatest number of people |
| due process | the entitlement of all employees to have certain procedures followed when they believe their rights are in jeopardy |
| duty-based ethics | focuses on performing one's duty to various people and institutions |
| empathy | the ability to understand the feelings of another person without actually experiencing the pain or distress that a person is going through |
| ethics | the branch of philosophy relating to morals and moral principles |
| fidelity | loyalty and faithfulness to others |
| integrity | unwavering adherence to one's principles; dedication to high standards |
| justice-based ethics | based on the moral restraint "veil of ignorance" |
| laws | rules or actions prescribed by a governmental authority that have a binding legal force |
| litigious | excessively inclined to sue |
| medical ethics | moral conduct based on principles regulating the behavior of healthcare professionals |
| medical etiquette | standards of professional behavior that physicians use for conduct with other physicians |
| medical practice acts | laws established in all 50 states that define the practice of medicine as well as requirements and methods for licensure in a particular state |
| morality | the quality of being virtuous or practicing the right conduct |
| sympathy | pity for someone else |
| tolerance | a respect for those whose opinions, practices, race, religion, and nationality differ from our own |
| virtue-based ethics | based on character traits |
| principle of autonomy | people have the right to make decisions on their own life |
| principle of beneficence | we must not harm patients while we try to help them (do what is best) |
| principle of nonmalfeasance | first, do no harm; do the risks outweigh the benefits |
| principle of justice | all must be treated equally |
| sexual harassment | unwanted sexual advances, verbal or physical |
| rights-based ethics | emphasis based on a person's individual rights |
| American Medical Association | Set and define ethical standard for medical professionals |
| Three-step model | Is it legal, is it balanced, how does it make me feel? |
| Dr. Lo's clinical model | gather information, clarify ethical issues, resolve the dilemma |
| privacy | the ability to safeguard another persons confidences or information |
Created by:
Kirkster
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