Week 5 - Ethical and Legal Considerations

These flashcards cover key concepts related to ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities in nursing informatics as discussed during the lecture.

Ethico-legal considerations

Guidelines for ethical and legal standards in nursing practice, including patient rights, safety, and compliance with laws.

Patient's Bill of Rights and Obligations

A set of regulations that ensure patient rights to privacy, informed consent, and quality care.

Informed consent

The process by which a patient voluntarily agrees to a medical procedure after being fully informed of the risks and benefits.

Republic Act No. 8293

The Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines, which governs laws on patents, copyrights, and trademarks.

Beneficence

An ethical principle that advocates for actions that benefit others and promote the welfare of patients.

Non-maleficence

The ethical principle that emphasizes not causing harm to others.

Confidentiality

The ethical principle of keeping a patient's personal information private and secure.

Data Privacy Act of 2012

A law intended to protect personal information from being unlawfully processed and ensure individuals' right to privacy.

Netiquette

A set of rules for polite and respectful behavior online, especially regarding communication.

Intellectual Property (IP)

Creations of the mind such as inventions, artistic works, and symbols, which are protected by law.

Ethics

Moral principles that govern a person's or group's behavior regarding what is considered right or wrong.

Autonomy

The right of individuals to make choices and decisions regarding their own health and welfare.

Justice in healthcare

The principle of fairness and equitable treatment in providing healthcare resources and services.

Data Subject

An individual whose personal information is processed or controlled by a data processing entity.

Data Protection Officer (DPO)

An individual responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with data protection laws and practices.

Patient rights

Rights that patients have within healthcare settings, including the right to consent to and refuse treatment.

Legal Responsibility

Obligations to adhere to laws and regulations in professional practice.

Philippine Nursing Law

Regulations governing nursing practice in the Philippines to ensure safe and ethical care.

Moral Dilemma

A situation in which a difficult choice must be made between two conflicting ethical principles.

Intellectual Property Rights

Legal rights that grant creators control over the use of their inventions and creative works.

E-consent

Electronic means by which a patient indicates consent or agreement to a medical procedure or treatment.

Privacy of personal data

The right to keep one's personal information confidential and secure from unauthorized access.

Public domain

Creative works that are not protected by intellectual property laws, allowing free use by anyone.