Medical Ethics

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Ethical principles

Ethical and moral standards of thought and action. They cannot be merely religious, legal, or cultural

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Principles of medical ethics

  1. Nonmaleficence

  2. Beneficence

  3. Autonomy

  4. Justice

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Nonmaleficence

To refrain from intentionally harming people (i.e. Hippocratic Oath)

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Beneficence

Benefiting people. Focusing on balancing harm/benefits to result in net good for the patient

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Autonomy

The ability to make informed choices according to one’s own values and preferences

Doctors must take actions to promote patients’ autonomy and respect their autonomous choices

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Justice

Treating people in similar situations similarly.

This concept is important because medical professionals can reduce or amplify social injustice