Penny Chapter 6 Key Terms

Code of ethics

the statements of acceptable and unacceptable behavior of a profession.

Conflicts of interest

exist when there are inappropriate relationships between personal interests and professional obligations.

Duty

the open recognition of a commitment to service.

Entertainment ultrasound

non diagnostic sonography performed to provide video amusement for the obstetric patient, family and friends.

Ethics

set of morals and a code of behavior that helps inform a person or group of people as to what is right (moral) and what is wrong (immoral)

Informed consent

process of gaining permission before a medical procedure is conducted.

Medical ethics

the application of our moral principals in interactions with others in the medical profession, including our coworkers, patients and the community.

Moral compass

internal compass that helps guide us as we face daily challenges that involve instances that require ethical decision making.

Moral principles

accepted rules of conduct, including integrity, compassion, honesty and respectfulness.

Morals

generally accepted customs of right living and behavior within our society.

Patient confidentiality

refers to the concept of privacy; no personal patient information.

Personal values

things that someone holds in high regard and that are highly desirable and worthy of esteem.

Professional ethics

publicly displayed ethical conduct of a profession or a particular group.

Professional etiquette

the everyday practice of good manners and being agreeable within the exercise of one’s occupation

Professionalism

an awareness of conduct, aims and qualities that define a profession

Respect the patient wishes

If a patient refuses to have a sonographic procedure, you should?

Do not provide her with your personal beliefs or values – have her discuss with physician

If a pregnant patient asked you if she should have an abortion, you should?

patient, unless there are advanced directives in place, or power of attorney in place due to patient lacking mental capacity to make their own medical decisions.

Who makes the final decisions about a patients care? (family member, patient, or ordering physician?)

Golden rule

“Do to others what you would have them do to you” describes what?

Humanism

concept that involves selfless behavior and the act of crediting others when credit is due to them; also includes admitting wrong doing