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the need to disclose patient information to protect a third party. Confidentiality is defined as “the ethical principle that requires nondisclosure of private or secret information with which one is entrusted” (Burkhardt & Nathaniel, 2012, p. 526). The court’s decision in the Tarasoff case caused controversy throughout the mental health profession that is still debated today. Confidentiality is the cornerstone on which the therapist-patient relationship is based. Justice Clark’s dissent emphasized the importance of confidentiality: “Until today’s majority opinion, both legal and medical authorities have agreed that confidentiality is essential to effectively treat the mentally ill and that imposing a duty on doctors to disclose patient threats to potential victims would greatly impair treatment” (Tarasoff v. Regents of University of California, 1976, p. 20).

Although Ting was considered first by the medical staff under code two, Relationship with Patients, their initial support for the parent’s decision and their inability to create a trusting relationship became a barrier when Ting became ill. “Code two calls for the consideration of culture, religion, gender, and primary language to be taken into account when planning patient-centered care” (ANA, 2001, p.18). The proper steps would’ve been to have open discussions from the beginning in order to build trust and create a comfortable environment for both the patient and her family. The last code, Primacy of interest, was exemplified when the healthcare team used translating services to communicate with the parents. This, however, was unsuccessful since the majority of the discussion took place with her

Healthcare professionals should have a clear understanding from the beginning of their jobs to provide care that is catered to their patient’s needs and does no harm to their patient, yet some caretakers tend to walk the fine line between what is ethical and what is convenient. In Carolyn Buppert’s article, “Can I Prescribe for My Elderly Father?”, Buppert describes a situation involving nurse practitioners prescribing medications to family members for different reasons; nevertheless, this is a violation of the principle of justice because it is against the law to provide medications to family members without proper medical documentation (citation). Not only do ethical situations arise within the professional standpoint but also most workers who do not have day to day contact with patients do not realize that they must also provide care that follows the four principles. For instance, a chef that prepares the meals for the patients may not realize that the principle of nonmaleficence affects them, but if they were to prepare a meal that consists of nuts for a patient who has a known nut allergy, then they would be causing harm to the patient. Although the chef may not have been aware of the allergy, it is still could affect the treatment given to the patient if he or she has a reaction to the food.

Some people haven 't taken that into consideration. The article also states that, “Dr. Brymer said that the participants while unable to control nature, were educated about conditions, and were very careful to minimize potential risks.” Saying that player does everything in their power to not get hurt or injured. While people would consider them dangerous in reality extreme sports is a stress reliever for some. Back to London 's quote he says he won 't waste his days.

Autonomy: In a healthcare setting, the right of a patient to make informed choices about their body is defined as autonomy. The moral principle of respect for autonomy directs healthcare providers to refrain from preventing patients from making their own decisions unless these choices pose serious risks to the patient or society. This means that an informed and competent patient has the ability to either accept or decline treatments, surgeries and medications. From the information gathered in the assignment case, it can be assumed that Joseph is in a rational state of mind. It can be argued that the standard of autonomy has not been met since the doctor has not fully informed Joseph of the reasons why he should quit smoking and lower his BMI

I believe that the characteristics of the model must have a set balance across the healthcare field to prohibit practitioners from neglecting some sides of the BPS model. There are some doctors and psychologists who claim that the model ’s weaknesses cannot be fixed, such as it being impractical due to the large amount of information that must be understood by practitioners and the confusion over how to balance the three facets of the model. While there are weaknesses, the benefits of an overall health model could aid mental health practitioners with understanding their patients in ways that they never had before. This benefit must be weighed against the possibility of using an impractical model that may not direct courses of

Before disclosing confidential patient information for purposes not directly related to his or her care and treatment, there is currently a responsibility upon health professionals to consult with a patient wherever practicable. The Health and Social Care Act 2012 has stated that responsibility to consult, requires health professionals to disclose. This is at odds with other moves to support an individual's involvement in decisions that affect them. Moreover, a responsibility to consult can be shown to be a procedural aspect of the fundamental right to respect for private and family life. If a service user discloses an allegation it is important that the service provider assures the person that you are taking them seriously, the right to dignity and respect involves recognising the value of people as individuals and the specific

I learned difference is not just ok but vital to life. If everyone was the same no new medicines would be created, buildings would be non-existent, and new species would never be discovered. My personal cultural identity stems from this early realization of difference and the fact it is more helpful than harmful. When it comes to others worldviews I don’t shun them just because they are different than mine but I embrace them. I make sure that they feel not just accepted but understood.

This shows how Jonas exhibits selflessness because his concern is for more than his own well-being. His actions would be far easier without Gabriel, but Gabriel’s survival is also a priority. As well, Jonas volunteers to help the old to help bathe the old, which comes to show that he cares enough to spend the time to care for them. This is another task that he is not required to do, but chooses to do, illustrating his concern for others (selflessness.) Proof in

Patients have a right to privacy and non-interference. The healthcare professionals are obligated to give needed information to patients and relate the risks, and the benefits of a test/treatment. The detail information given will allow the patient to make the best decision on what he/she chooses to do. Hiding information about a diagnosis or not revealing the potential complications because a patient may refuse care seems unethical. Patients have the right to know about their health to make informed

If Amir withholds information from either side, it will be damaging for the relationship between nurse-patient, patient-family, and nurse-family (College of Nurses of Ontario, 2009). Engagement can resolve ethical conflicts because it combines the views of both patient and nurse by looking at what is good and right (Moore, Engel, & Prentice, 2014). Should Michael choose to tell his parents the truth, Amir should be present and provide support as well as advice or a private place for the conversation. Amir should also be readily prepared with information and resources to help with the next steps. He should reassure the family members that the truth will not affect Michael’s well-being, rather hiding the truth will take away opportunities like formulation of will and last goodbyes with family and friends.

We cannot allow our beliefs and personal biases to influence the client. I believe this will be an ethical dilemma to deal. When my desire as the worker is to help the client work to the best of his/her interest and the need to respect his right to act in a way that the client feels best for him, may interfere with my job. Also, I consider confidentiality

Yes, there will be loss of muscle control, maybe even an inability to breathe without support but it helps if everyone involved knows they will eventually recovery. Many people with GBS have been previously healthy. They are seldom emotionally prepared for illness, especially one that appears to be

Those who are in a mental institution program should be taken seriously and not be treated as if they were invisible. People usually do not get the help they need because they do not know where to start and the job of the nurses and doctors are to take care of them. A mental illness does not go away on its own, it is something that the person has to work on even if it is a long process, the progress will be made. People are terrified of what will happen to them or what others think of them, which means everyone needs to make them feel comfortable or else their journey to getting the cure will not be overcomed. People cannot accept their serious illness, but doctors should be able to accept helping them out and supporting them.