Ethical Principles in Health Science Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does the principle of 'Non-Maleficence' ensure?

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Patient's right to not be harmed during care.

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What is 'Malpractice' in health science?

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Negligence or void in the care of a patient by a health science professional or organization which causes injury to a patient.

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Which act requires emergency medical facilities to provide care to all individuals?

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Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).

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What is the main purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)?

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To protect confidential patient healthcare information from being shared.

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What does the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulate?

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Laws pertaining to workplace hazards.

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Define 'Justice' in the context of health care.

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The principle of fairness in medical decisions and the distribution of resources.

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

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What is 'Informed Consent'?

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The process of obtaining permission from a patient before conducting a healthcare intervention.

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What does 'Confidentiality' mean in health care?

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The obligation to keep patient information private and secure.

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What is the role of the 'Patient Bill of Rights'?

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To outline the rights of patients in the healthcare system.

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What is 'Beneficence' in health care?

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The ethical principle of acting in the best interest of the patient.