My Thoughts on Medical Law and Ethics The Medical Law and Ethics course has taught me things pertaining to the healthcare field that I will keep with me forever. This course has taught me how to understand and react to legal and moral issues within the healthcare profession. One statement that I learned that should stick with all healthcare workers is that it is our duty to protect all patients from any harm and it is a must that we provide excellent patient care. By taking this course I’ve also learned that I will be faced with many dilemmas on a day to day basis, and I now have the knowledge to execute the situations at hand. There are so many things that the Medical Law and Ethics course has covered that pertains to the healthcare field.
This is because, people in this industry deal with such situations and circumstances, everyday, which have a direct bearing on another person's life. That is why, it is mandatory for all healthcare organizations to have an ethics committee, a written code of ethics and written policies and procedures on ethical decision making, so that the interests of all the parties, whether the patient, his family members, the organization itself, caregivers and the community itself, are properly looked into and balanced out. What are the ethical issues which are faced by chiropractors? For the chiropractor in a traditional medical setting, ethical decisions occur occasionally and at times the chiropractor may face ethical dilemmas. In contrast, the correctional chiropractor may face ethical situations daily.
2. Recognize and apply legal principles in the areas covered by the course when evaluating a proposal, writing a contract and/or making a recommendation to a client. 3. Understand product liability issues and recotnize contractual and non-contractual liability in business transactions. 4.
Assignment “Devise a list of guidelines for staff to follow when completing records of clients” Following the six principles of the Caldicott Report which clarifies the need to protect and respect patients /clients privacy, identity and confidentiality at all times re: their medical history/diagnoses/Care and Treatment. These are following are guidelines based on the Caldicott Report, that I would recommend for staff to follow when completing clients records. * “Justify the purpose”: Client’s identifiable information that is used within the organisation should only record what is required, it must be accurate and clearly written, up to date, relevant and regularly reviewed by a senior member of staff. * “Do not use identifiable information unless it is absolutely necessary”: When recording information write only what is necessary and be aware that the client or advocate can access their records if they wish. * “Use the minimum necessary re patient’s identifiable information”: Where the use of patient’s identifiable information is considered to be essential, only record relevant information that is required or requested.
Health care organizations must make it imperative that all administrators, managers, leaders, physicians, nurses, and all other employees act at all times in an honest and ethical manner in connection with their services to patients. The principles of integrity and accountability are extreme vital in a health care organization’s success, as well as ensuring patient safety. Failures to act in an ethical manner can result in legal ramifications and negative publicity for the organization. Ethical concepts in Health care Ethics are vital in health care, and every health care professional must possess ethics. Ethical concepts that will be discussed are.
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They cannot give discretion to executive officials o 5. RIGHT NOT TO SPEAK- State cannot compel an individual to speak o 6. ELECTORAL PROCESSES: § a. Campaign contributions can be restricted- (limit today is $2300) § b. Independent expenditures cannot be restricted – Can spend own $.
I must report any danger that I think can cause harm to myself or others, I have a responsibility to follow company procedures and policies always within my own role. 2/ The standards that influence my job role are:- * Code of Practice * Health and safety at work act 1974 * Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 * Management of Health and Safety at work Regulations 1999 3/ Ways to ensure that personal attitudes or beliefs do not obstruct the quality of work is to remain professional at all times, if there were any concerns then report back to manager immediately. Ensure that a client with person centred value needs are met and that they are comfortable and promote independence at all times Outcome 2 Be able to reflect on own work Activities 1/ Reflecting on work activities enables myself to have an understanding of my skills, competencies, knowledge and professional outcome. This will help me learn and identify new constructive or different approaches in future practice. This will also help with problem solving.
current European Laws, National Legislation, National Guidelines, Local Policies, Protocols and Consent Human Rights Act 1998 Everyone has the right to make their own decisions about all aspects of their medical and personal care. No one should be discriminated against because of their age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, cultural beliefs or disability. This act states that everyone has the freedom of thought, conscience and religion. This right includes the freedom to change religion or belief. Everyone also has the right to freedom of expression of opinion.
Physical Therapist’s Legal and Ethical Issues Dayton HCA 322: Health Care Ethics & Medical Law Instructor: Judith Watkins January 7, 2013 Physical Therapist’s Legal and Ethical Issues In the health care industry all physical therapists and all other professionals are ruled by codes of ethics, which mandate the highest level of integrity, honesty, and responsibility. These codes of ethics have been established to offer guidance to them in case an ethical predicament arises. Physical therapy is said to be the art and science of preventing and treating neuromuscular or musculoskeletal disabilities through the evaluation of an individual’s disability and rehabilitation potential. The use of physical means such as heat, cold, electricity, water, and light and neuromuscular procedures have a psychological effect on patient’s helping to improve or sustain their ideal functional level (Pozgar, 2012 pg.290). There are countless types of physical disabilities that patients have like a countless number of injuries and medical problems.