NHS Ethical Practice Overview

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NHS Core Values

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Respect, dignity, compassion, improving lives, working together, everyone counts

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Patient Confidentiality

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Protecting personal information, legal obligation, trust-building

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Informed Consent

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Patient's right to know, voluntary agreement, understanding risks and benefits

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Duty of Care

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Legal obligation, ensuring patient safety, professional responsibility

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Autonomy

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Patient's right to make decisions, respect for individual choices

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Beneficence

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Acting in patient's best interest, promoting well-being

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Non-Maleficence

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"Do no harm", avoiding unnecessary harm or injury

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Justice

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Fair distribution of resources, equality in healthcare access

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Professional Boundaries

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Maintaining appropriate relationships, avoiding conflicts of interest

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Cultural Competence

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Understanding diverse backgrounds, providing culturally sensitive care