PPN101 week 12 2025 Professionalism part 2 FINAL

These flashcards cover essential concepts, legislation, and ethical principles discussed in PPN101 Week 12 on professionalism and nursing practice.

Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA)

Legislation that regulates 27 health professional groups including nursing, ensuring consumer choice, quality care, and openness.

Controlled Act

Procedures that may only be performed by authorized healthcare professionals to prevent harm.

Scope of Practice

Describes what a health profession does and how professionals practice within that framework.

Informed Consent

The process of obtaining permission from a patient to proceed with understanding of the treatment, risks, and alternatives.

Autonomy

The right of patients to make their own decisions regarding their healthcare.

Beneficence

The ethical principle of doing good or promoting the well-being of patients.

Nonmaleficence

The ethical principle of avoiding harm to patients.

Justice

Fairness in healthcare, ensuring equal access and distribution of resources.

Moral Distress

The emotional struggle experienced when one feels unable to act according to their moral judgment.

Ethical Dilemma

A conflict between two sets of values that are both considered 'good', making it difficult to make a decision.

Nursing Act (1991)

Legislation that regulates the nursing profession in Ontario, defining the scope of practice and responsibility.

Code of Ethics

A set of guidelines that inform nurses about their ethical responsibilities and help the public understand the profession's values.